Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delightful combination of tender, juicy chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich garlic sauce that tantalizes your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, showcasing robust flavors that even picky eaters will adore. Impress your family with this visually stunning meal that’s not only healthy but also incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill chicken over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Blanch broccoli in boiling salted water for 3 minutes; drain well.
- For the sauce, simmer heavy cream and minced garlic in a saucepan for 2-3 minutes, then stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice until smooth.
- Slice grilled chicken and layer it over the broccoli in bowls; drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 175mg