Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls (Printer-friendly)
Tender grilled chicken and crisp broccoli over wholesome grains, topped with a rich creamy garlic sauce for a nutritious meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Chicken & Bowls
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# Directions:
01 - Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a bowl, toss chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let rest, then slice.
04 - Steam or grill broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender. Set aside.
05 - For the creamy garlic sauce, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
06 - To assemble bowls, add a base of rice or quinoa (if using), then top with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli. Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.
07 - Garnish with extra fresh herbs, a wedge of lemon, or chili flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
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- The creamy garlic sauce tastes rich and decadent but delivers a serious protein boost without the heavy cream guilt
- Everything comes together in under 40 minutes, making it perfect for those nights when you want something nourishing but dont have hours to spend cooking
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- I learned the hard way that overcooking the broccoli turns it into mush, so pull it off the heat while it still has some resistance
- Letting the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing keeps all those juices inside instead of on your cutting board
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- If your sauce seems too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of water at a time until it reaches drizzling consistency
- Grill extra vegetables alongside the chicken to add variety without any extra effort