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Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowls Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowls

A delightful Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowls recipe delivering zesty flavor and satisfaction in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Rice Base
  • 3 8 ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive or canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup canned low sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce such as Frank’s
  • 1/2 cup part-skim cheddar cheese or dairy-free cheddar
Garnish
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat oil in a medium pot over medium-low heat. Add the diced red onions and cook them until they are slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  2. Add the rinsed and drained black beans to the pot with onions. Season with paprika, cumin, and kosher salt. Stir well to combine and continue heating for 3 to 4 minutes until the beans are warmed through and aromatic.
  3. While the beans cook, heat a large skillet over high heat. Spray the skillet with oil to prevent sticking, then add the diced chicken breasts. Cook for about 5 minutes, flipping occasionally to brown the chicken evenly and ensure it is cooked through in the center.
  4. Transfer the cooked chicken to a medium bowl and toss it thoroughly with the buffalo sauce, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  5. In serving bowls, spoon 3/4 cup of cooked brown rice. Top each with 1/4 cup of the warm black beans mixture and sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beans and rice. Distribute the buffalo chicken over the prepared bases.
  6. If serving immediately, microwave the assembled bowls for about 30 seconds to melt the cheddar cheese for a gooey texture.
  7. Finish each bowl by sprinkling with chopped scallions for a fresh bite and serve hot.
  8. These bowls can be refrigerated for up to 4 days. To reheat, microwave each bowl for about 3 minutes or until heated through, ensuring the cheese melts again.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 38gFat: 12g

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping proteins or sauces to suit your taste and dietary preferences.

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