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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

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Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed meal perfect for weeknights or meal prep. Juicy grilled chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice are topped with a rich, tangy garlic yogurt sauce that ties everything together.

Ingredients

  • For the grilled chicken:
  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
  • For the bowls:
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, jasmine, or cauliflower rice)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for sautéing or roasting broccoli)
  • For the creamy garlic sauce:
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayo or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1–2 garlic cloves, minced (or roasted for milder flavor)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp water or milk (to thin as needed)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Let sit for 15–30 minutes.
  2. Grill chicken on a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side or until cooked through. Let rest, then slice.
  3. Steam or roast broccoli until just tender and bright green.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, mustard (if using), salt, pepper, and a splash of water to make a creamy garlic sauce.
  5. Assemble bowls: layer rice, top with sliced grilled chicken, broccoli, and drizzle with garlic sauce.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs or chili flakes, if desired.

Notes

  • Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or salmon for variation.
  • Use any grain like quinoa, farro, couscous, or cauliflower rice.
  • Add toppings like avocado, roasted chickpeas, or shredded carrots.
  • Store components separately for meal prep and freshness.
  • Sauce thickens when chilled—thin with water or milk before using.

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