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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Savory Buffalo Chicken Bowls Packed with Flavor and Spice

These Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a vibrant and satisfying meal, packed with flavor and over 35 grams of protein per serving.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Protein
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with beef, turkey, or plant-based option.
  • 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought
For the Base
  • 3 cups Cauliflower Rice Fresh or frozen.
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped.
For the Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado Diced.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 1 cup Mexican Cheese Blend Shredded.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar-Free Salsa To taste.
  • 1/2 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Dollop before serving.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice To taste.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Minced, adjust spice level.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • microwave
  • Airtight Containers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground chicken, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
  2. Drain any excess fat, add taco seasoning and a small amount of water, stir for 2 minutes until evenly coated.
  3. Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
  4. Prepare cauliflower rice, sauté fresh in a skillet for 3-4 minutes or microwave frozen for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Assemble bowls starting with chopped romaine, followed by cauliflower rice and seasoned ground chicken.
  6. Top with diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and shredded cheese.
  7. Finish with sour cream, salsa, minced jalapeño, and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish can be customized based on personal preference for proteins. Excellent for meal prep!

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