Creamy Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Rice
Creamy Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Rice is a wholesome and satisfying meal that brings together tender grilled chicken, bright broccoli, and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering a delightful blend of flavors that can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Packed with nutrition and comfort, it’s an ideal dinner option for anyone seeking a quick yet delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Bite-sized grilled chicken breast
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Steamed rice
- Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- Fresh minced garlic
- Chopped parsley
- Lemon juice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, coat bite-sized grilled chicken breast with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill until smoky and tender.
- Steam fresh broccoli florets in boiling water for 3–5 minutes until slightly crisp. Drain and set aside.
- Whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in another bowl until smooth.
- Assemble your bowl by starting with steamed rice as the base, topping it with grilled chicken and broccoli, and drizzling generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 450g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg