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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Delicious Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a quick, nutritious meal ideal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts Offers lean protein.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For seasoning.
  • to taste Salt Basic seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Basic seasoning.
For the Broccoli
  • 4 cups Broccoli florets Crunchy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For roasting.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Substitute with vinegar.
For the Grains
  • 2 cups Rice or quinoa Hearty base.
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness.
  • to taste Optional herbs (parsley or chives) Fresh garnish.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  2. Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt in a bowl. Roast on a baking sheet at 400°F for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  3. Cook grains according to package instructions, typically about 15 minutes, fluffing with a fork once done.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, then add heavy cream. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Assemble bowls with grains, sliced chicken, roasted broccoli, and drizzle with garlic sauce. Garnish with herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 150mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize for dietary needs by using tofu or cauliflower rice. Adjust spices for taste.

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