Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a wholesome and flavorful meal, combining tender grilled chicken, roasted broccoli, and a luscious garlic sauce over a bed of rice or grains.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or grill alongside chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the creamy garlic sauce.
- Assemble bowls by placing rice or quinoa at the bottom, topped with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli.
- Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a richer sauce.
- Try adding other veggies like carrots or bell peppers for variety.
- Meal prep friendly—store components separately for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg