Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a nutritious and flavorful meal featuring smoky grilled chicken, crisp steamed broccoli, and a tangy, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or wholesome lunches, this dish balances health and indulgence with simple ingredients and easy preparation.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional spices: 1 tsp paprika, or Italian herbs, or chili flakes
Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Optional: chili flakes or sriracha for spiciness
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Trim excess fat from chicken breasts and pat dry. Rub chicken lightly with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices such as paprika or Italian seasoning.
- Grill the Chicken: Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden with grill marks and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the Broccoli: Steam fresh broccoli florets until tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Alternatively, blanch in boiling water and immediately chill to maintain bright green color.
- Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust garlic and lemon juice to taste.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Layer grilled chicken slices over steamed broccoli in a serving bowl. Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs or chili flakes if desired.
Notes
- Allow chicken to rest after grilling to keep it juicy and tender.
- Use fresh garlic (not powdered) for the most vibrant sauce flavor.
- Do not overcook broccoli; steam just until tender-crisp to preserve texture and nutrients.
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor, if time allows.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches a safe internal temperature without drying out.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: grilled chicken, broccoli bowl, creamy garlic sauce, healthy dinner, easy weeknight meal, gluten free, lean protein