Buffalo Chicken Casserole

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
14%
Buffalo Chicken Casserole
55 min.
4
295kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that brings the heat, look no further than this Buffalo Chicken Casserole! Perfectly gluten-free and packed with flavor, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. With a delightful combination of tender chicken, zesty Buffalo sauce, and creamy blue cheese dressing, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ready in just 55 minutes, this casserole is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a side dish, lunch, or even a main course. Each serving contains a reasonable 295 calories, making it a guilt-free option for those who want to indulge without compromising their health goals. The caloric breakdown highlights a balanced mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring you get a well-rounded meal.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed chicken and celery wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The combination of stewed tomatoes and Frank's Buffalo Wings Sauce creates a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements the fluffy rice base. Topped with a drizzle of blue cheese dressing, this casserole is not just a meal; it's an experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible Buffalo Chicken Casserole!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup rice long-grain white uncooked
  • cup water 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into thin strips
  • cup celery stalks thinly sliced
  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes undrained canned
  • 0.5 cup sauce of the chicken from the turbo broiler 
  • 0.3 cup cheese dressing blue

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook rice in water 20 minutes as directed on package. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and celery; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  3. Remove from heat. Open can of tomatoes; cut up tomatoes in can. Stir tomatoes and wing sauce into chicken mixture.
  4. Spray 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon cooked rice into dish.
  5. Spread chicken mixture over rice (do not stir).
  6. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until hot in center.
  7. Drizzle dressing over top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein38.66%
Fat24.3%
Carbs37.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.8
Glycemic Load
13.34
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
19.005652023398%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.72mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:295.32kcal
14.77%
Fat:7.92g
12.19%
Saturated Fat:1.65g
10.31%
Carbohydrates:27.17g
9.06%
Net Carbohydrates:24.52g
8.92%
Sugar:5.32g
5.91%
Cholesterol:72.73mg
24.24%
Sodium:1355.09mg
58.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.36g
56.73%
Vitamin B3:13.54mg
67.71%
Selenium:40.74µg
58.2%
Vitamin B6:1.06mg
53.16%
Phosphorus:316.38mg
31.64%
Manganese:0.48mg
24.13%
Potassium:813.69mg
23.25%
Vitamin B5:2.2mg
21.98%
Vitamin K:20.17µg
19.21%
Magnesium:60.26mg
15.06%
Copper:0.29mg
14.47%
Vitamin C:11.64mg
14.11%
Vitamin E:1.91mg
12.73%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.23%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.61%
Iron:2.07mg
11.49%
Fiber:2.66g
10.63%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.43%
Vitamin A:368.8IU
7.38%
Folate:29.3µg
7.32%
Calcium:72.59mg
7.26%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.37%