Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a deliciously satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights. This easy-to-make dish features juicy grilled chicken and tender roasted broccoli served over flavorful grains, all drizzled with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. With quick preparation and healthy ingredients, these bowls are not only customizable but also ideal for meal prep. Whether you’re cooking for your family or prepping for the week ahead, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked grains (rice, quinoa, couscous, etc.)
- 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
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper; grill for 6–7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Toss broccoli florets in 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 with a fork when done.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream, season with salt and pepper, and simmer until thickened.
- Assemble by layering grains, sliced grilled chicken, roasted broccoli in bowls. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg