Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a simple and wholesome dinner option that is packed with flavor. The dish features tender grilled chicken paired with broccoli and topped with a creamy garlic sauce made from a blend of mayo, Greek yogurt, and lemon. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts and ideal for weekly meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Broccoli:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub onto chicken and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Grill Chicken: Grill for 5–7 minutes per side or until internal temp reaches 165°F. Rest and slice.
- Cook Broccoli: Steam or sauté until tender-crisp.
- Make Sauce: Mix all sauce ingredients until smooth.
- Assemble Bowls: Combine chicken and broccoli in bowls. Drizzle with sauce and serve.
Notes
- Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
- Adjust garlic to taste—raw garlic is potent!
- Store sauce in a separate container for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Healthy, Meal Prep
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
