Whole 30 Whole30 Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Total time50 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time30 min

Buffalo chicken is one of those flavors that feels indulgent and exciting, and this bowl version delivers every bit of that heat and richness without straying from clean, compliant ingredients. The chicken is seared until golden, shredded, and tossed in a glossy sauce built from hot sauce, ghee, and apple cider vinegar — bold, buttery, and deeply satisfying. Underneath it all sits a bed of cauliflower rice cooked until lightly golden at the edges, giving you that hearty, filling base without any grains in sight. The dairy-free ranch is the real surprise here — coconut milk and vegan mayo come together with dill, chives, and a splash of lemon juice into something genuinely creamy and cool, the perfect counterpoint to the spicy chicken. Shredded carrots and sliced celery add crunch and freshness that make each bite feel balanced rather than heavy. One of the trickiest parts of eating this way is finding sauces and dressings that don't sneak in off-plan additives, so making both from scratch here keeps everything above board. This recipe serves four and comes together in one skillet, making it a weeknight win that doesn't feel like a compromise.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the chicken

1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp avocado oil

For the buffalo sauce

½ cup hot sauce (such as frank's redhot original — verify no additives)
3 tbsp ghee
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
¼ tsp garlic powder

For the cauliflower rice

1 large head cauliflower (about 2 lb), cut into florets
1 tbsp avocado oil
¼ tsp salt

For the dairy-free ranch

½ cup full-fat coconut milk
2 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp dried dill
½ tsp dried chives
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp onion powder
salt and pepper to taste

For serving

3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded carrots
2 green onions (green tops only), thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1
Pulse the cauliflower florets in a food processor in two batches until broken down into rice-sized pieces, about 8–10 pulses per batch. Alternatively, grate the florets on the large holes of a box grater. Set aside.
2
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season all over with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and sear undisturbed for 5–6 minutes, until the underside is golden and releases easily from the pan. Flip and cook for another 5–6 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer at the thickest part. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.

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