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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls

Juicy grilled chicken and tender-crisp steamed broccoli served over rice and smothered in a rich, savory creamy garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Base
  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cooked white rice or cauliflower rice
Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Grill pan or cast-iron skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Steamer basket
  • Meat mallet

Method
 

  1. Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub chicken with olive oil and coat with spices.
  3. Grill chicken over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  4. Steam broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Whisk in heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Remove from heat and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Assemble bowls with rice, broccoli, and sliced chicken. Drizzle generously with garlic sauce and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Store components separately if using for meal prep to prevent the broccoli from getting mushy.