Creamy Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Rice
Creamy Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Rice is a delightful and satisfying meal that combines tender grilled chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice in a rich, creamy garlic sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit various tastes. With its flavorful sauce made from fresh ingredients, this bowl offers both nutrition and comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Bite-sized grilled chicken breast
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Smoked paprika
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Steamed rice
- Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- Fresh minced garlic
- Chopped parsley
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Coat the bite-sized chicken breast with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Grill until smoky and tender.
- Cook the Broccoli: Steam the fresh broccoli florets until bright green and slightly crisp.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Assemble Your Bowl: Layer steamed rice at the bottom of your bowl followed by cooked broccoli and grilled chicken. Drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Add Optional Toppings: Consider adding roasted mushrooms or shredded cheese for extra flavor before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg