Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are the perfect solution for busy weeknight dinners. This nutritious meal is quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes! Tender grilled chicken pairs beautifully with crisp-tender roasted broccoli, all drizzled with a rich and creamy garlic sauce. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a satisfying dinner option, these bowls offer incredible flavor and versatility. You can easily customize them by swapping in your favorite grains or vegetables, making them a family-friendly favorite that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- Grill the chicken seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper over medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F).
- Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt; roast at 400°F until crisp-tender.
- Prepare grains according to package instructions.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, sauté garlic until fragrant, then stir in heavy cream, salt, and pepper; simmer until thickened.
- Assemble bowls by layering grains, sliced chicken, roasted broccoli, and creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg