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Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Buffalo Chicken Casserole: Quick & Cheesy One-Pan Delight

Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a quick, cheesy, one-pan dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Breast Cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing vegetables
  • 1 cup Chopped Onions Add sweetness and depth
  • 1 cup Chopped Celery Adds crunch and freshness
  • 1 cup Long Grain Rice Forms the base of the casserole
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce Provides heat and tang
  • 2 cups Water or Chicken Broth Used to cook the rice
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese For a sharp, tangy flavor
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Buffalo Chicken Casserole
  1. Prepare the ingredients by cutting chicken, chopping onions, and celery.
  2. Sauté the vegetables in melted butter for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Cook the chicken with the sautéed veggies for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Combine rice, Frank’s RedHot Sauce, and water/broth; stir well.
  5. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
  6. Fluff rice, fold in shredded cheddar and half of the green onions.
  7. Serve with remaining green onions and crumbled blue cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize by adding your favorite veggies or adjusting heat levels. Great for leftovers!

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