Here’s a delicious and healthy recipe for Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce — perfect for lunch or dinner! 🍗🥦
🥣 Ingredients
For the Chicken & Bowls:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa (or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or light sour cream)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional for richness)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons water or milk (to thin, if needed)
🔥 Instructions
- Marinate & Grill the Chicken
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill on medium-high heat (or use a grill pan) for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let rest, then slice into strips.
- Steam or Roast the Broccoli
- Steam for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp, or roast with a drizzle of olive oil at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Parmesan, and seasoning.
- Adjust thickness with a splash of water or milk if needed.
- Assemble the Bowls
- Divide rice or quinoa among bowls.
- Top with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli.
- Drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley or chives
- Extra Parmesan
- A squeeze of lemon
💡 Tips
- For meal prep: Store ingredients separately and add sauce just before serving.
- For extra veggies: Add roasted carrots, zucchini, or bell peppers.
- Want it spicy? Mix a bit of sriracha or chili flakes into the garlic sauce.
Would you like me to make this recipe Mediterranean diet–friendly or Weight Watchers–friendly (with points)?
