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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe

Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a quick and healthy dinner idea packed with lean protein, roasted veggies, and a rich garlic cream sauce. Perfect for meal prep and weeknight dinners, customizable with your favorite grains and vegetables.

Ingredients

Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Broccoli:

  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste

Creamy Garlic Sauce:

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Additional:

  • 1 cup cooked grains (rice, quinoa, couscous, etc.)
  • Optional: Fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Grill the Chicken: Season chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Grill over medium-high heat until cooked through.
  2. Roast the Broccoli: Toss broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Roast until crisp-tender.
  3. Cook the Grains: Prepare grains per package instructions; keep warm.
  4. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter until fragrant. Add cream, salt, and pepper; simmer until thickened.
  5. Assemble the Bowls: Layer grains, chicken, and broccoli in serving bowls; drizzle with garlic sauce. Garnish with herbs.

Notes

  • Vegetarian Option: Swap chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
  • Grain-Free Option: Use cauliflower rice or salad greens.
  • Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based cream and butter.
  • Spicy Kick: Add cayenne or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • Make-Ahead: Components can be prepared in advance for quick assembly.

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