Description
A quick and delicious Buffalo Chicken Bowl recipe that combines shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and fresh toppings over a base of brown rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce over medium heat. Stir until the chicken is well coated and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is heating, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
- In serving bowls, layer the cooked brown rice as the base.
- Top the rice with the buffalo chicken mixture, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions on top.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the bowls if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes on top.
- You can also substitute quinoa for brown rice for a different flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg