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Grilled chicken strips and green broccoli over rice with creamy garlic sauce in a white bowl

Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cups cooked white rice or quinoa

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, toss chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
  2. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  3. Grill chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Steam or blanch broccoli florets for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp and bright green.
  5. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly reduced.
  7. Whisk in the parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and thickened. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
  9. Divide the cooked rice or quinoa into four bowls. Top with chicken and broccoli. Drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over each bowl.