Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delightful solution for busy weeknight dinners. This recipe combines juicy grilled chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich garlic cream sauce, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a customizable dish perfect for the whole family or ideal for meal prep. Add your favorite grains like quinoa or couscous, and enjoy the versatility of this wholesome bowl that bursts with flavor.
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
- Olive oil, salt, black pepper, lemon juice
Instructions
- Season chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F).
- Toss broccoli with olive oil and lemon juice; roast on a baking sheet at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Cook your chosen grains according to the package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; sauté garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and season to taste; simmer until thickened (5-7 minutes).
- Assemble bowls by layering grains, sliced chicken, roasted broccoli, and drizzling 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 500g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg