Description
Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a wholesome, protein-packed meal featuring juicy grilled chicken, tender broccoli, and a rich, comforting garlic sauce. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup milk or light cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- Optional: fresh parsley, extra Parmesan, chili flakes
Instructions
1. Mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
2. Toss broccoli with olive oil and salt, then roast at 400°F for 15 minutes or cook as preferred.
3. Heat grill pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest, then slice.
4. In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
5. Add milk or cream and stir gently. Add Parmesan cheese and mix until smooth.
6. Optional: add cornstarch slurry for thicker sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
7. Prepare bowl with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
8. Add broccoli and sliced grilled chicken.
9. Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over the top.
10. Garnish with parsley, extra cheese, or chili flakes and serve warm.
Notes
- Store components separately for meal prep to maintain freshness.
- Use milk instead of cream for a lighter sauce.
- Make dairy-free using plant-based milk and nutritional yeast.
- Adjust garlic level based on preference.
- Swap chicken with tofu or turkey if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg