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Easy 25-Minute Buffalo Chicken Bowl with Rice and Ranch

A close-up of a vibrant buffalo chicken bowl featuring shredded chicken, white rice, lettuce, carrots, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
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Make this quick, high-protein Buffalo Chicken Bowl in under 30 minutes. You get tender chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce over rice, topped with crisp vegetables and creamy ranch dressing. This recipe is simple to prepare and great for weeknight dinners or meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (your preferred heat level)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions. Keep warm.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the butter or oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet. Add the buffalo sauce, water, and garlic powder. Stir to coat the chicken completely. Let it simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Assemble your bowls: Divide the cooked rice among four bowls.
  7. Top the rice with the sauced buffalo chicken.
  8. Arrange the lettuce, celery, and carrots around the chicken.
  9. Drizzle each bowl generously with ranch dressing and sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles, if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For meal prepping, store the chicken, rice, and cold vegetable toppings in separate airtight containers. Assemble just before eating to keep the vegetables crisp.
  • If you prefer a low-carb option, substitute the rice with cauliflower rice or extra lettuce.
  • You can cook the chicken in a slow cooker (4 hours on high) or pressure cooker for very tender results, then shred and toss with the sauce on the stovetop.

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