olesome Classic with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
These Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls are a wholesome classic featuring tender marinated chicken, roasted broccoli, and a creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal!
- Author: SANA
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chicken Marinade
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Bowl Assembly
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked white rice, brown rice, or quinoa
- Olive oil, salt, pepper for roasting
- Lime wedges for serving
- Optional: fresh parsley or chopped green onions for garnish
- Marinate the Chicken – Whisk together olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes in the fridge, preferably overnight.
- Grill the Chicken – Cook the marinated chicken on a grill pan or outdoor grill until perfectly charred with juicy meat inside. Rest before slicing.
- Cook the Broccoli – Roast broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper at 425°F until golden or steam until tender.
- Prepare the Garlic Sauce – Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble the Bowls – Layer grains, roasted broccoli, and sliced chicken in bowls. Drizzle with garlic sauce, lime juice, and herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Grilled Chicken, Broccoli Bowls, Garlic Sauce, Healthy, Easy