Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Tasty States
These Buffalo Chicken Bowls are the ultimate blend of spicy, creamy, and fresh flavors! With juicy chicken coated in buffalo sauce, hearty grains, crisp veggies, and optional creamy toppings, this bowl is perfect for meal prep or a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Servings 2
Calories 520 kcal
For the Buffalo Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter optional, for extra creaminess
For the Bowl Base
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 cup corn kernels frozen or fresh
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
- 1 avocado sliced
- ¼ cup sliced red onions optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
Optional Toppings
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Extra Buffalo sauce for drizzling
- A squeeze of lime juice
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side.
Slice the chicken and toss in Buffalo sauce and melted butter.
Prepare the bowl base with rice, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and lettuce.
Top with Buffalo chicken, feta, ranch dressing, and a squeeze of lime.
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Meal Prep Tip: Store chicken and veggies separately and assemble bowls just before serving.
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Make It Lighter: Use grilled chicken without butter and skip cheese/dressing.
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Make It Vegetarian: Swap chicken with buffalo tofu or roasted chickpeas.
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Make It Spicier: Add hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne to the buffalo mix.
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Great Sides: Pairs well with a cool cucumber salad or baked sweet potato wedges.
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Leftovers: Best eaten fresh, but leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days.