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Buffalo Chicken And Cheddar Rice Recipe

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This Buffalo Chicken and Cheddar Rice recipe is a bold, flavorful dish combining spicy buffalo chicken with creamy, cheesy rice. It's an easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights, offering the tangy heat of buffalo sauce with the richness of melted cheddar. This crowd-pleasing comfort food can be served on its own or with a side of veggies. It's a satisfying, spicy twist on classic chicken and rice!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Ranch dressing for drizzling

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and add rice. Stir to coat the rice in butter, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
  • Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and mix to combine. Top with green onions and drizzle with ranch, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add more buffalo sauce or sprinkle in some cayenne pepper.
  • Swap out white rice for brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option.
  • Garnish with celery or blue cheese crumbles for a classic buffalo chicken twist.

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