Grilled Chicken And Broccoli Bowls With Creamy Garlic Sauce
Tender grilled chicken, roasted broccoli, and fluffy grains come together under a silky garlic-cream sauce for a comforting, well-balanced bowl that’s perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup cooked grains rice, quinoa, or couscous
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Optional: fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with olive oil, salt, pepper, and spices. Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F), then let rest and slice.
- Toss broccoli with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt, then roast at 400°F for 15–20 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly golden.
- Cook the grains as directed on the package, fluff with a fork, and keep warm.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, sauté garlic for 1 minute, then stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Layer grains in serving bowls, add grilled chicken and roasted broccoli, drizzle with garlic sauce, and finish with parsley or chives.