Buffalo Chicken Meal Prep Bowl
Experience the bold flavors of our Buffalo Chicken Meal Prep Bowl, featuring tender chicken smothered in zesty buffalo sauce, served over fluffy brown rice or quinoa. This vibrant dish is packed with colorful veggies, making it an ideal option for quick lunches throughout the week. With easy preparation steps and customizable ingredients, it’s a delicious way to fuel your busy days without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers, chopped
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup ranch dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour buffalo sauce over chicken until evenly coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes before shredding it with two forks.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice/quinoa, bell peppers, and green onions.
- Portion into meal prep containers and drizzle with ranch dressing if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 120mg