Description
A vibrant, high-protein dish featuring spicy buffalo chicken served over grains with fresh vegetables, chilled lettuce, and creamy toppings for a satisfying and balanced meal.
Ingredients
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or dairy-free alternative)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
1 cup shredded crisp lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup green onions (sliced)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or vegan alternative)
1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (dairy-free if needed)
Optional: avocado slices, corn kernels, black beans, pickled red onions
Instructions
Mix hot sauce and melted butter to make buffalo sauce
Season chicken with salt and pepper
Heat olive oil in a skillet; cook chicken in the buffalo sauce until golden and cooked through
Prepare grain base
Layer lettuce and tomatoes in bowls
Top with buffalo chicken
Sprinkle with cheese and green onions
Drizzle with dressing
Add optional toppings like avocado or black beans
Notes
Adjust spice level by diluting hot sauce
Use gluten-free grains for dietary restrictions
Leftovers store well in airtight containers
For meat-free option, substitute chicken with tofu or quinoa