Here’s a flavorful, meal-prep-friendly recipe for Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce—healthy, filling, and absolutely delicious 🍗🥦
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Saucel
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Chicken Marinade:
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1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
Broccoli:
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4 cups broccoli florets
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
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½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
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2 tbsp mayonnaise
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2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Base:
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Cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
Instructions
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Marinate the Chicken
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Combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
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Coat chicken well and marinate at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours).
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Grill the Chicken
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Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
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Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F / 74°C).
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Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
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Cook the Broccoli
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Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
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Grill in a basket or roast at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until tender and lightly charred.
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Make Creamy Garlic Sauce
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Whisk all sauce ingredients until smooth.
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Chill 10 minutes for best flavor.
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Assemble Bowls
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Add rice or quinoa (if using).
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Top with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli.
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Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.
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Make It Your Way
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Low-Carb: Use cauliflower rice
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Dairy-Free: Swap yogurt with dairy-free yogurt or tahini + lemon
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Spicy: Add chili flakes or sriracha to sauce
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Extra Veggies: Add roasted peppers, zucchini, or carrots
Meal Prep Tips
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Keeps well in the fridge up to 4 days
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Store sauce separately for best texture
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Reheat bowls, then drizzle sauce fresh
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