Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This dish combines tender grilled chicken breasts with vibrant broccoli, all topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. With its quick preparation time and customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt it to fit your dietary preferences. Enjoy this delicious bowl of goodness that balances flavor and health in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked grains (rice, quinoa, couscous)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices. Grill on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
- Roast the Broccoli: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt; spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Cook the Grains: Prepare grains according to package instructions; fluff and keep warm.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer grains in bowls, top with sliced chicken and roasted broccoli, then drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg