Description
Make this Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl with Creamy Garlic Sauce for a fresh, hearty dinner! Juicy grilled chicken, tender broccoli, and a rich garlic sauce come together in an easy, healthy bowl.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
-
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
-
1 tablespoon olive oil
-
1 teaspoon paprika
-
½ teaspoon garlic powder
-
¼ teaspoon salt
-
¼ teaspoon black pepper
-
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
-
1 lime, juiced
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
-
½ cup mayonnaise
-
¼ cup sour cream
-
2 cloves garlic, minced
-
1 tablespoon lemon juice
-
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
-
¼ teaspoon salt
-
¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
-
1 pound broccoli florets, steamed or roasted
-
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
-
Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper if using.
Step 2
Add the lime juice and toss everything together until the chicken is well coated.
Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours if you want even more flavor.
Step 3
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and slightly charred on the outside.
Step 4
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 5
While the chicken is cooking, steam or roast the broccoli until tender but still slightly crisp.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 7
To assemble, divide the cooked rice or quinoa among serving bowls.
Step 8
Top each bowl with steamed broccoli and sliced chicken.
Step 9
Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce generously over the top.
Step 10
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness