Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce offer a quick, wholesome dinner option that’s both satisfying and customizable. This recipe features juicy grilled chicken served alongside vibrant roasted broccoli and your choice of grains, all topped with a luscious creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these bowls are packed with flavor and nutrition. Plus, they’re simple enough for any home cook to master. Enjoy the blend of textures and tastes while nourishing your body with lean protein and fresh 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 breasts seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper over medium-high heat until cooked through (165°F).
- Toss broccoli florets in olive oil, lemon juice, and salt; roast at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Cook grains according to package instructions; fluff once done.
- Melt butter in a saucepan; sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and season before simmering until thickened.
- Assemble bowls by layering grains, sliced chicken, roasted broccoli, and drizzling with creamy garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg