Description
Discover the perfect blend of spice and comfort with this healthy buffalo chicken rice bowl, a quick high‑protein dinner that delivers bold buffalo flavor, tender chicken, fluffy rice, crisp celery, and sweet bell peppers. Finished with cool ranch dressing, this balanced bowl packs protein, fiber, and vibrant veggies for a satisfying meal that fits busy schedules and meal‑prep plans. Easy to customize, it’s ideal for families seeking flavor without excess calories. Add lime zest for zing. today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil. Cook the diced chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6‑8 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in buffalo sauce, simmer for five minutes.
- While the chicken simmers, chop celery and bell peppers.
- Divide cooked rice into bowls, top with buffalo chicken, then add vegetables.
- Drizzle ranch dressing, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Notes
- For a grain‑free version
- replace rice with cauliflower rice. Adjust sauce amount for desired spiciness. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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