Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a healthy yet satisfying meal. This delightful dish features juicy grilled chicken paired with vibrant, roasted broccoli and a rich, creamy garlic sauce that elevates each bite.
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 breasts seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper over medium-high heat until cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).
- Toss broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt; spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Prepare grains according to package instructions; fluff once cooked.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream; season with salt and pepper and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Assemble bowls by layering grains, sliced grilled chicken, roasted broccoli, and drizzling with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg