Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A delicious and healthy meal, this Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl is topped with a creamy, garlicky sauce that will make your taste buds sing! Perfect for meal prep or a weeknight dinner
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (excluding marinating)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Meal Prep
- Method: Grilled, Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound broccoli florets, steamed or roasted
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Add the lime juice and toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-fry the chicken until cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Bowls: Divide the rice or quinoa between two bowls. Top with the steamed broccoli and sliced chicken. Drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning.
- You can use any type of cooked grain you like, such as brown rice or quinoa.
- Customize the bowls with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, shredded cheese, or a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 527.8 kcal
- Sugar: 4.2g
- Sodium: 631mg
- Fat: 32.4g
- Saturated Fat: 5.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16.4g
- Fiber: 5.1g
- Protein: 48.2g
- Cholesterol: 142mg