Description
These Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce offer a delicious and nutritious meal that combines tender grilled chicken breasts with steamed broccoli, all topped with a rich and flavorful creamy garlic sauce made from butter, garlic, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner, this recipe is easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat the grill to medium heat to ensure it is ready for cooking the chicken evenly.
- Season and Grill Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
- Steam Broccoli: While the chicken cooks, steam or blanch the broccoli florets for about 4-5 minutes until they become tender but still vibrant green.
- Prepare Creamy Garlic Sauce: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the heavy cream and allow it to simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until smoothly combined.
- Assemble Bowls: Slice the grilled chicken breasts into strips and arrange them over the steamed broccoli in serving bowls. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce generously over the top.
- Serve: Serve the bowls immediately while hot and enjoy a flavorful, balanced meal.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- For a smoky flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil, garlic, and herbs before grilling.
- Broccoli can be replaced with other vegetables like asparagus or green beans.
- Make sure not to overcook the broccoli to keep it crisp and nutritious.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
