Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delicious and nutritious option perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. This recipe features succulent grilled chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich creamy garlic sauce, providing a satisfying balance of flavors that everyone will love. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, these bowls are quick to prepare yet customizable with your choice of grains and vegetables.
- 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 seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Roast broccoli in the oven at 400°F (200°C) tossed with olive oil and lemon juice for 15-20 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Prepare grains according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and seasonings; simmer until thickened.
- Assemble bowls by layering grains, sliced chicken, roasted broccoli, and drizzling with garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg