Description
A wholesome bowl featuring juicy grilled chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or sunny afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked brown rice (or quinoa for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Pinch of paprika (optional for a touch of heat)
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Grill the chicken for about 6–7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest and then slice into strips.
- Steam the broccoli in a pot over boiling water for 4–5 minutes until bright green and tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and water until creamy.
- Divide cooked rice or quinoa among bowls, top with grilled chicken and steamed broccoli, and drizzle with creamy garlic sauce before serving.
Notes
Customize your bowls with different grains and veggies. Prepare the creamy garlic sauce in advance for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg