Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a wholesome and delicious meal that combines succulent grilled chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich, creamy garlic sauce. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends. With vibrant colors and hearty ingredients, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table while satisfying your cravings for comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in a bowl with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and grill chicken for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Steam broccoli in boiling water for 3 minutes until bright green but still crunchy.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sour cream, chicken broth, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until heated through.
- In large bowls, layer grilled chicken pieces atop steamed broccoli and drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your bowls by adding vegetables like asparagus or snap peas. For meal prep, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.