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Lighter Buffalo Chicken and Rice Skillet

Lighter Buffalo Chicken and Rice Skillet
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Lighter Buffalo Chicken and Rice Skillet is the perfect solution for a quick, nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. This one-pan dish features tender ground chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a zesty buffalo sauce, all combined with wholesome brown rice and cauliflower rice for an added nutritional boost. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. The creamy texture from reduced-fat cream cheese balances the heat of the buffalo sauce, creating a delightful experience that will satisfy everyone at your table. Enjoy this hearty yet healthy comfort food that brings the best flavors together!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 lb lean ground chicken breast
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 10 oz frozen cauliflower rice
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 3 scallions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fat-free cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Chop carrots, celery, and onions into small pieces.
  2. Mix garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, cumin, and onion powder in a bowl.
  3. Sauté carrots, celery, and onions in a non-stick frying pan until tender (about 10 minutes), then set aside.
  4. Cook ground chicken with remaining seasoning until no longer pink; remove from skillet.
  5. Add frozen cauliflower rice to the skillet; cook for about 5 minutes before incorporating cooked brown rice.
  6. Return chicken and vegetables to the skillet; stir in hot sauce and chicken broth. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Fold in cream cheese until melted; top with scallions and fat-free cheddar cheese until melted.

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