Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce combine tender, juicy chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich, flavorful garlic sauce. This nourishing dish is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that brings families together around the dinner table. Enjoy it for lunch or dinner, as it’s versatile enough to fit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté broccoli until tender yet crisp (about 5-7 minutes). Season with salt.
- In another pan, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add lemon juice.
- Slice grilled chicken and layer over broccoli in bowls. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider substituting broccoli with asparagus or adding quinoa. Experiment with herbs or spices to customize the sauce to your liking.