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Buffalo Chicken Bowls: A Flavor-Packed Meal Idea!

Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a flavor-packed meal featuring shredded chicken coated in buffalo sauce, served over a bed of brown rice and topped with black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cooked shredded chicken and buffalo sauce over medium heat. Stir until the chicken is heated through and well coated with the sauce, about 5 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is heating, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
  3. In serving bowls, layer the cooked brown rice as the base.
  4. Top the rice with the buffalo chicken mixture, followed by black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions on top.
  6. Drizzle with ranch dressing if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes on top.
  • You can also substitute quinoa for brown rice for a different texture and flavor.

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