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Easy Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Maya Rowan

Easy Buffalo Chicken Bowls: A Flavor-Packed Meal Prep Delight

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 can low sodium black beans
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce Franks recommended
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup part-skim cheddar cheese or dairy-free cheddar
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Onions Heat 1 tablespoon of olive or canola oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until caramelized and soft.
  2. Add Beans and Spices Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans, paprika, cumin, and kosher salt. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken Increase the heat to medium-high and add the diced chicken breast to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Toss with Buffalo Sauce Remove the skillet from heat and combine the cooked chicken with your desired amount of buffalo sauce.
  5. Assemble the Bowls Begin layering your meal by placing cooked brown rice at the bottom of each bowl.
  6. Garnish and Meal Prep Finish each bowl with chopped scallions for a fresh crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • Ingredient Substitutions: Use canned kidney or pinto beans instead of black beans.
  • Buffalo Sauce Options: Dilute the buffalo sauce with Greek yogurt or sour cream for less heat.
  • Don’t Overcook Chicken: Aim for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Perfectly Cooked Rice: Use a rice cooker or instant pot for fluffy rice.
  • Spice It Up: Add veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach.
  • Meal Prep Storage: Use glass containers for storage.

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