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Ultimate Quick & Easy Buffalo Chicken Bowls (Meal Prep Friendly)

A vibrant buffalo chicken bowl featuring shredded orange buffalo chicken, white rice, lettuce, celery, carrots, and ranch dressing.
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Make satisfying Buffalo Chicken Bowls for a fast weeknight dinner or your weekly meal prep. This recipe combines spicy buffalo chicken with cool vegetables and creamy dressing for a balanced, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa (for the base)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (use your favorite brand)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Optional: Blue cheese crumbles for topping

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker or Instant Pot. Cook on low for 3-4 hours (slow cooker) or until fully cooked. Alternatively, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
  2. Shred the chicken: Remove the cooked chicken and shred it using two forks.
  3. Make the buffalo sauce: In a small saucepan, whisk together the buffalo wing sauce and melted butter over low heat until combined. Do not boil.
  4. Toss the chicken: Add the shredded chicken to the sauce mixture and toss until every piece is coated evenly.
  5. Prepare the base: Cook your choice of rice or quinoa according to package directions. Divide the cooked grain among four meal prep containers or bowls.
  6. Assemble the bowls: Top the grain base in each bowl with equal portions of the buffalo chicken, chopped lettuce, celery, shredded carrots, and tomato halves.
  7. Finish and store: Drizzle each bowl with ranch or blue cheese dressing. If meal prepping, store the dressing separately until ready to eat. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • For a lower-carb option, skip the rice/quinoa base and increase the amount of lettuce and celery.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer the sauce mixture for a few extra minutes until it reduces slightly.
  • You can substitute pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to make this recipe even faster for a quick dinner.

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