One Pan Sticky Buffalo Ranch Chicken And Rice for Cozy Nights

This One Pan Sticky Buffalo Ranch Chicken And Rice is a flavor-packed delight, perfect for cozy nights with family and friends.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless Chicken Thighs skinless preferred
2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
to taste Salt
to taste Black Pepper

For the Rice Base

1 cup Long-grain White Rice toast before adding liquids
2 cups Chicken Broth can substitute with vegetable broth

For the Flavor

½ cup Buffalo Sauce adjust for spice preference
1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix homemade can be used

For the Creamy Finish

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with any melting cheese
to taste Green Onions can replace with chives or omit

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Cooking Steps

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
Add rice to the same skillet and toast for 1-2 minutes until translucent.
Pour in chicken broth, buffalo sauce, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir and bring to a simmer.
Nestle chicken back into the skillet, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat and sprinkle cheese over the top. Cover to let the cheese melt for about 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables for added nutrition. Perfect for busy nights, this dish saves time on cooking and cleaning.

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