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Buffalo Chicken Protein Bowl: Your New Healthy Obsession

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  • Author: Molly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A delicious and nutritious Buffalo Chicken Protein Bowl that combines spicy buffalo chicken with fresh vegetables and protein-rich ingredients for a healthy meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup quinoa, cooked
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, cooked
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until well coated.
  2. In a serving bowl, layer the cooked quinoa as the base.
  3. Add the black beans and corn on top of the quinoa.
  4. Place the buffalo chicken mixture over the beans and corn.
  5. Top with diced avocado and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your spice preference.
  • This bowl can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for meal prep.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg