Buffalo Chicken and Garlic Quinoa Bowls Recipe

Name: Buffalo Chicken and Garlic Quinoa Bowls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 4 cloves Garlic, Peeled And Minced; 1- 1/4 cup Dry, Light-colored Quinoa, Rinsed In A Mesh Strainer And Drained; 2- 1/4 cups Water Or Vegetable Broth/stock; 1/2 cups Plus 2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese; 4 Tablespoons Butter; 1 whole Small Onion, Finely Chopped; 2 stalks Celery Finely Chopped; 1 whole Small Red Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Finely Chopped; 3 cups Shredded, Cooked Chicken; 2 cloves Garlic, Peeled And Minced; 1/2 cups Hot Sauce, Such As Frank's (or More To Taste); 1/2 cups Crumbled Blue Cheese (from A Block); Salt And Pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1- 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil
4 cloves Garlic, Peeled And Minced
1- 1/4 cup Dry, Light-colored Quinoa, Rinsed In A Mesh Strainer And Drained
2- 1/4 cups Water Or Vegetable Broth/stock
1/2 cups Plus 2 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese
4 Tablespoons Butter
1 whole Small Onion, Finely Chopped
2 stalks Celery Finely Chopped
1 whole Small Red Bell Pepper, Stem And Seeds Removed, Finely Chopped
3 cups Shredded, Cooked Chicken
2 cloves Garlic, Peeled And Minced
1/2 cups Hot Sauce, Such As Frank's (or More To Taste)
1/2 cups Crumbled Blue Cheese (from A Block)
Salt And Pepper, to taste

1
Make the quinoa.
2
Heat the oil over medium heat in a 2 quart or larger saucepan.
3
Add the garlic and stir constantly until it just begins to brown.
4
Add the quinoa and stir for another minute or two, to toast the quinoa, which adds flavor and keeps it from sticking together during cooking.
5
Add the water or vegetable broth and a pinch of salt, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, and cook for about 15 minutes, until the quinoa has absorbed all the liquid and is soft enough to eat.
7
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
8
Make the chicken.
9
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion, celery, and red bell pepper.
10
Cook until softened, stirring occasionally (5 to 10 minutes).
11
Add the chicken and garlic and cook for another minute, until the garlic is fragrant.
12
Pour in the hot sauce and stir, then increase the heat to bring to a simmer and cook for a couple minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
13
Remove from heat, taste, and season with salt and pepper if desired.
14
Build the bowls.
15
To make them for travel, fill four 2-cup-capacity containers halfway with the quinoa.
16
Follow with a layer of the chicken, split evenly amongst four servings, then sprinkle each bowl with 2 tablespoons of the cheese.
17
Alternatively, serve at home in regular bowls.
18
Serve fresh, warm, or refrigerate and enjoy cold on the run.
19
Quinoa layer slightly adapted from Creamy Parmesan-Garlic Quinoa by Iowa Girl Eats.

764

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 4 cloves Garlic, Peeled And Minced, 1- 1/4 cup Dry, Light-colored Quinoa, Rinsed In A Mesh Strainer And Drained, 2- 1/4 cups Water Or Vegetable Broth/stock, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Chicken and Garlic Quinoa Bowls falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Buffalo Chicken and Garlic Quinoa Bowls

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Variations & substitutions

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