Description
Grilled Chicken and Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delectable dish that brings together succulent chicken and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich garlic sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, this recipe is quick to prepare and promises to impress with its delightful flavors. The combination of tender grilled chicken and sautéed broccoli creates a visually stunning and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- In a separate pan, add the remaining olive oil and sauté broccoli florets over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- For the creamy garlic sauce, heat heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve it in bowls alongside sautéed broccoli, drizzled with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 49g
- Cholesterol: 175mg