Ultra-Satisfying Buffalo Chicken Rice Bowls

Step 1

Heat a teaspoon of the olive oil in a nonstick frying pan (with lid) over medium-high heat. As soon as the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the chicken. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until golden. Flip, reduce heat to low then cover with lid. Cook 10 to 15 minutes or until an instant read thermometer reads 165 degrees F when inserted into the thickest part of the breast.

Step 2

When there is about 5 minutes left before the chicken is done, lift the lid and throw in the broccoli florets. Cover with the lid then cook until the broccoli is bright green and tender. (If after 5 minutes the broccoli is done, but the chicken still needs time, transfer the broccoli to a plate then continue to cook the chicken until done).

Step 3

If it is cold, add the buffalo wing sauce to a microwave-safe dish and microwave 5 seconds or until warm. Stir until smooth and blended.

Step 4

Divide the rice between two bowls. Add the salad greens to one half of the bowl. Squeeze a lemon wedge over the salad in each bowl, and then drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil on top. Scatter the steamed broccoli over the greens.

Step 5

Slice the chicken then place next to the salad greens and broccoli. Spoon the warmed buffalo wing sauce over the chicken. Drizzle ranch over the salad and broccoli then crumble blue cheese on top.

Step 6

Add rice to a strainer then rinse with cold water until the water runs clear.

Step 7

In a large pot with tight-fitting lid, bring 10 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice, stir then bring back to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer then cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Drain the rice using a strainer. Shake it a couple of times to remove excess moisture then place the rice back into the saucepan. Cover with the lid and set aside, off of the heat, for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and season with a pinch of salt.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk the sour cream, lemon juice, dill, onion powder, salt and pepper until smooth. If it seems too thick, add a small amount of water. Taste then adjust with additional dill, onion powder and/or salt.