Description
A spicy and creamy one-bowl meal featuring tender baked chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and a mix of rice, beans, corn, cheese, avocado, and toppings. Perfectly balanced with heat and freshness for a customizable, hearty dish.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buffalo sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, sliced
1 avocado, sliced
1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
In a bowl, mix chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes or until fully cooked
Reserve 1/4 cup of the buffalo sauce to drizzle post-bake
Toss remaining buffalo sauce with cooked chicken after baking
Assemble bowls with 1/2 cup rice, 1/4 cup corn kernels, 1/4 cup black beans, 1/4 cup cheese, sliced green onions, avocado, and cilantro
Drizzle with buffalo sauce and ranch/blue cheese dressing
Notes
Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control spiciness
Meal prep components separately for 3-day storage
For vegan, replace chicken, cheese, and use vegan buffalo sauce
Use gluten-free rice for dietary adaptations