Description
These Buffalo Chicken Dinner Bowls deliver the bold flavor of buffalo wings in a healthier, balanced meal. Tender chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce sits atop fluffy quinoa and crunchy roasted cauliflower, creating a satisfying and easy-to-make dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g (1.1lb) Chicken Breast, Cubed: Lean protein, ensures even cooking.
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Olive Oil: For coating and preventing sticking.
- 1 tsp (5g) Smoked Paprika: Adds depth and smokiness.
- ½ tsp (2.5g) Garlic Powder: Infuses garlic aroma.
- ½ tsp (2.5g) Onion Powder: Provides a savory base.
- Salt and Pepper, to taste: Essential seasoning.
- 120ml (½ cup) Hot Sauce: Classic buffalo flavor.
- 60ml (¼ cup) Unsalted Butter, Melted: Adds richness and gloss.
- 1 Tbsp (15ml) Honey: Balances heat with sweetness.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Apple Cider Vinegar: Brightens the sauce.
- 200g (1 cup) Quinoa, Rinsed: Complete protein base.
- 480ml (2 cups) Water/Broth: For cooking quinoa.
- 150g (1 cup) Cauliflower Florets: Adds crunch and sweetness.
- 1 Avocado, Sliced: Creamy contrast.
- ¼ cup (30g) Blue Cheese: Tangy flavor pairing.
- 2 Tbsp (30ml) Ranch Dressing: Cooling drizzle.
- 2 Tbsp (15g) Cilantro, Chopped: Fresh flavor and color.
- 1 Lime, Wedges: Brightens flavors.
- 1 tsp (5g) Chili Flakes (optional): For extra heat.
Instructions
- Prepare Quinoa: Rinse quinoa, cook with water/broth until fluffy.
- Roast Cauliflower: Toss with oil, salt, and pepper; roast until tender-crisp.
- Season Chicken: Combine chicken with oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté Chicken: Cook chicken until browned and cooked through.
- Make Buffalo Sauce: Simmer hot sauce, butter, honey, and vinegar.
- Combine & Simmer: Toss cooked chicken with buffalo sauce and simmer briefly.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer quinoa, chicken, cauliflower, and avocado.
- Garnish & Serve: Drizzle with ranch, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve with lime.
Notes
For optimal freshness, cook chicken and assemble bowls just before serving. Feel free to adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg