Description
Succulent grilled chicken & broccoli bowls blend Mediterranean flavors with zesty garlic sauce, creating a protein-packed meal. Crisp vegetables and tender chicken unite in a simple, satisfying culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sides and Accompaniments:
- 1 pound broccoli florets, steamed or roasted
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Add lime juice and thoroughly coat, allowing flavors to infuse for 30 minutes to 24 hours in refrigerator.
- Heat grill or skillet to medium-high temperature. Cook chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F, creating slight char marks, approximately 5-7 minutes per side.
- Allow grilled chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes before slicing into thin, diagonal strips to ensure juiciness and even distribution.
- Prepare creamy garlic sauce by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Steam broccoli until bright green and tender-crisp, approximately 4-5 minutes, maintaining nutritional integrity and vibrant color.
- Layer base of serving bowls with prepared rice or quinoa as foundation for dish.
- Arrange sliced chicken and steamed broccoli strategically over grain base.
- Generously drizzle creamy garlic sauce over chicken and broccoli.
- Garnish with fresh lime wedges for additional citrus brightness and serve immediately.
Notes
- Let chicken absorb flavors for maximum taste, but don’t exceed 24 hours to prevent meat texture breakdown.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for heat lovers or remove completely for mild palates, making the dish adaptable to different preferences.
- Replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that maintains creamy consistency.
- Cook extra chicken and sauce to create quick lunches throughout the week, saving time and ensuring delicious meals.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes (or up to 24 hours)
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 458 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 319 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 109 mg