Low cal high protein buffalo chicken 🤤

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless; about 8 oz each)
• 3 tablespoons Frank's RedHot Sauce (for authentic buffalo flavor)
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 0.25 cup Onion (diced)
• 0.25 cup Celery (diced)
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded; sharp preferred)
• 2 stalks Green Onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Kabocha Squash (peeled, cubed, roasted)
• 1 teaspoon Olive Oil (for tossing squash before roasting)
• 0.5 cup Salsa (mild or medium, store‑bought or homemade)
• 2 cups Mixed Lettuce (washed and dried)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

1. Boil the Chicken

   Place the chicken breasts in a large pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 8‑10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 212°F

2. Shred the Chicken

   Remove the chicken from the pot, let it cool for 2 minutes, then use two forks to pull the meat apart into bite‑size shreds.

   Time: PT2M

3. Prepare the Buffalo Sauce

   In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp Frank's RedHot sauce, ½ tsp garlic powder, a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until smooth.

   Time: PT1M

4. Mix Chicken with Sauce

   Transfer shredded chicken to the mixing bowl, pour the buffalo sauce over it, and toss until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT1M

5. Add Crunchy Veggies

   Stir in the diced onion and celery (¼ cup each) for texture.

   Time: PT1M

6. Roast Kabocha Squash

   While the chicken cooks, toss 1 cup cubed kabocha with 1 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in a pre‑heated 400°F oven for 8‑10 minutes until tender.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. Broil the Cheesy Chicken

   Transfer the sauced chicken mixture to a glass baking dish, sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar evenly on top, and place under the broiler for 2 minutes, watching closely until the cheese melts and bubbles.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Broil (high)

8. Assemble the Bowl

   Divide 2 cups mixed lettuce into two serving bowls. Top each with half of the cheesy buffalo chicken, roasted kabocha cubes, ¼ cup salsa, and a sprinkle of sliced green onion.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

400

Protein

59g

Carbohydrates

15g

Fat

12g

Fiber

3g