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Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce in 30 Minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
Enjoy a quick and nutritious meal with tender grilled chicken, fresh broccoli, and a creamy garlic sauce served over rice or quinoa.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (for juiciest results)

Vegetables

  • 4 cups Broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)

Fats & Oils

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for marinating and sautéing)

Aromatics

  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)

Dairy & Alternatives

  • 1 cup Heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter option)

Cheese & Nutritional Yeast

  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan)

Citrus

  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (fresh is best)

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and pepper (for seasoning)

Carbohydrates

  • 2 cups Cooked rice or quinoa (brown rice for added health benefits)

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grill until cooked through.
  • Sauté broccoli in 1 tablespoon olive oil until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Prepare creamy garlic sauce by simmering garlic in heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.
  • Slice grilled chicken and assemble bowls with rice, broccoli, chicken, and sauce.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and reduce cheese.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: broccoli, Chicken, Creamy Sauce