Spicy Buffalo Chicken Rice Bake
Spice up your dinner with this Spicy Buffalo Chicken Rice Bake! This hearty one-dish meal combines tender strips of chicken breast with zesty buffalo sauce, crunchy celery, and juicy stewed tomatoes all served over a fluffy bed of rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is easy to prepare, and the delightful flavors will have everyone asking for seconds. Drizzled with creamy blue cheese dressing for that perfect tang, it's an irresistible treat that brings a taste of the game day to your kitchen!
4
Servings
200
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
long grain white rice
1/2 cup (uncooked)
water
1 cup (for cooking rice)
olive oil
1 tablespoon (for sautéing)
chicken breast
1 lb (boneless and skinless, cut into thin strips)
celery
2 medium stalks (thinly sliced)
stewed tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can (undrained, tomatoes chopped in can)
buffalo wing sauce
1/2 cup
blue cheese dressing
1/4 cup (for drizzling on top)
Instructions
1
Prepare the rice as directed on the package, using 1 cup of water. Usually, this takes about 20 minutes.
2
While the rice is cooking, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3
In a large 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the boneless, skinless chicken strips and thinly sliced celery.
4
Cook the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center.
5
Remove the skillet from the heat. Open the can of stewed tomatoes and chop the tomatoes in the can before adding them to the skillet.
6
Stir in the buffalo wing sauce until the chicken and vegetables are well coated.
7
Spray an 8-inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
8
Spoon the cooked rice into the bottom of the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9
Carefully layer the chicken and buffalo mixture over the rice without mixing them together.
10
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and bubbly in the center.
11
Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and drizzle the blue cheese dressing over the top before serving.
Nutrition Information
8.75g
Fat
17.5g
Carbs
13.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in the Spicy Buffalo Chicken Rice Bake?
The main protein is 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into thin strips.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What type of rice is recommended for this dish?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of uncooked long grain white rice.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does it take to cook the rice?
Cooking the rice usually takes about 20 minutes using 1 cup of water.
What size skillet is needed for sautéing the chicken?
A large 12-inch skillet is recommended for cooking the chicken and celery.
How long should the chicken and celery be sautéed?
They should be cooked for 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
Should the stewed tomatoes be drained before adding to the skillet?
No, the tomatoes should be undrained and chopped inside the can before adding.
How much buffalo wing sauce is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of buffalo wing sauce.
What size baking dish is needed for this recipe?
An 8-inch square baking dish is required.
Should I mix the rice and chicken together in the baking dish?
No, you should layer the chicken and buffalo mixture over the rice without mixing them.
How long does the casserole need to bake?
The dish should bake for 25 to 30 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
What dressing is used as a topping?
1/4 cup of blue cheese dressing is drizzled over the top after baking.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 8.75g per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 17.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is provided in one serving?
Each serving provides 13.75g of protein.
What kind of oil is used for sautéing the chicken?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
How many stalks of celery are needed?
You will need 2 medium stalks of celery, thinly sliced.
Is the baking dish greased?
Yes, spray the dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Can I substitute the blue cheese dressing?
While blue cheese is traditional for buffalo flavors, ranch dressing can be used as a substitute.
What category of food does this recipe fall into?
This is a casserole and a one-dish meal.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, the use of buffalo wing sauce gives the dish a zesty and spicy flavor.
What is the preparation for the chicken?
The chicken should be boneless, skinless, and cut into thin strips.
How much water is needed for the rice?
1 cup of water is needed for the 1/2 cup of uncooked rice.
Does this recipe contain fiber information?
No, the fiber content is not specified in the nutritional data provided.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are 8 ingredients total.
Can this be prepared on a weeknight?
Yes, it is described as an easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
What is the total weight of the canned tomatoes?
The recipe calls for one 14.5-ounce can of stewed tomatoes.
What is the texture of the finished rice?
The rice becomes a fluffy bed for the buffalo chicken mixture.