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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Delicious Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Savor the comfort of Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Consider grilled tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian twist.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ideal for grilling and roasting.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Broccoli
  • 4 cups Broccoli Florets Packed with nutrients.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the dish.
For the Grains
  • 1 cup Rice, Quinoa, or Couscous Grain-base option.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced for the sauce.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use plant-based cream for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be substituted with olive oil.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Chives) Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  2. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy.
  3. Prepare your chosen grains according to the package directions. Keep them warm.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream, season and simmer until the sauce thickens.
  5. Layer warm grains in serving bowls, add grilled chicken and roasted broccoli on top. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider adding a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness. Store leftovers properly for best results.

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