Description
These Grilled Chicken and Broccoli Bowls with creamy garlic sauce are a high-protein, low-carb-friendly meal loaded with juicy chicken, tender broccoli, and a rich Parmesan garlic cream sauce. Easy to prep, full of flavor, and perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
- For the bowl:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice, cauliflower rice, or quinoa
For the creamy garlic sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken:
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest, then slice. - Cook the Broccoli:
Steam or roast broccoli until tender-crisp. - Make the Sauce:
In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
Stir in cream, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. - Assemble the Bowls:
Add rice or cauliflower rice to each bowl. Top with grilled chicken and broccoli. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and garnish with more Parmesan or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Swap chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for extra veggies.
- For dairy-free, use coconut cream and nutritional yeast.
- Add crushed red pepper or pesto for extra flavor.
- Store sauce separately to keep it smooth when reheating.
