Description
Sizzling Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls bring Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with a zesty creamy garlic sauce. Wholesome ingredients combine in this quick, satisfying meal that delivers bold taste and nutritious comfort for hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 2 cups (200 grams) broccoli florets
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Serving Base:
- Cooked rice or quinoa
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by coating with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Heat grill to medium-high and cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165F (75C), approximately 6-8 minutes per side. Allow meat to rest briefly, then slice into uniform strips.
- Simultaneously, prepare broccoli by tossing with remaining olive oil, seasoning with salt and pepper. Spread florets on baking sheet and roast at 400F (200C) for 15-20 minutes, ensuring edges become slightly crispy and golden.
- Craft creamy garlic sauce by whisking Greek yogurt with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, and paprika until smooth and well-integrated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Construct meal bowls by layering cooked grain base with grilled chicken strips and roasted broccoli florets. Generously drizzle creamy garlic sauce over entire dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Garnish with additional fresh parsley and light sprinkle of paprika. Serve immediately while ingredients remain warm and sauce maintains creamy consistency.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for deeper, more intense flavor that penetrates the meat completely.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches exact 165F, preventing dryness while guaranteeing food safety.
- Swap Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt for vegan and lactose-intolerant diets.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting garlic and adding red pepper flakes for those who enjoy spicier profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg