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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Savor Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Enjoy nutritious Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli, Creamy Garlic Sauce, easy recipe, Grilled Chicken, healthy meal, weeknight dinner
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 450kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot
  • colander
  • medium saucepan

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for coating
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

For the Broccoli

  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish

Instructions

Grilling and Preparation

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F to 450°F).
  • Rub 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the chicken breasts, then season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  • Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 4-5 minutes until tender, then drain.
  • In a saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
  • Add heavy cream and chicken broth, simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Assemble bowls with broccoli and sliced chicken, then drizzle with sauce and garnish with parsley.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, store chicken, broccoli, and sauce separately if possible.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg