Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Discover a hearty and wholesome meal with these Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls topped with a creamy garlic sauce. This dish combines tender, juicy grilled chicken with vibrant, crisp broccoli, all smothered in a rich and flavorful garlic sauce that elevates the entire meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those who crave something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. Customize your bowls with various proteins or grains to suit your taste and dietary preferences while enjoying a satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Grill chicken over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to ice water.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth; season to taste.
- Slice the grilled chicken after resting for a few minutes.
- Assemble bowls with blanched broccoli as the base, topped with sliced chicken and drizzled with creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 145mg