Description
This Cheesy Buffalo Chicken and Rice recipe combines tender shredded chicken with spicy buffalo sauce, creamy cheddar cheese, and aromatic vegetables, all cooked together to create a comforting and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
Rice
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (preferably Frank’s RedHot)
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Broth
- 2 cups chicken broth
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dish.
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a large oven-safe skillet, mix the uncooked rice, chicken broth, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper thoroughly to create a flavorful cooking base.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Stir in the shredded chicken, diced celery, and half of the green onions evenly into the skillet mixture.
- Simmer on Stovetop: Place the skillet over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to partially cook the rice and blend flavors.
- Incorporate Cheese: Remove the lid and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it melts completely and the mixture becomes creamy.
- Bake to Finish Cooking: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and the top layer turns slightly golden and bubbly.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the skillet from the oven, allow it to cool for a few minutes, then garnish with the remaining green onions before serving.
Notes
- This dish is best served warm and can be paired with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Use an oven-safe skillet like cast iron to ensure safety when baking on stovetop and finishing in the oven.
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce or use a milder sauce alternative.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, cheesy chicken rice, spicy chicken recipe, easy one-pan meal, comfort food
