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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Spicy buffalo chicken served over rice with fresh veggies and creamy toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Base
  • 3 cups cooked rice
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 0.5 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 0.5 cup blue cheese crumbles optional
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pot for rice
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add shredded chicken.
  2. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes until warmed through.
  3. Add buffalo sauce and stir to coat evenly.
  4. Simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
  6. Top with lettuce, carrots, and celery.
  7. Add buffalo chicken on top.
  8. Drizzle dressing, sprinkle cheese and green onions, then serve.

Notes

Adjust spice level by using mild or hot buffalo sauce. Store components separately for meal prep.