Healthy Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls (Print Version)
Grilled chicken, steamed broccoli, grains and a creamy garlic sauce for a wholesome, protein-rich bowl.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Bowls
07 - 4 cups broccoli florets
08 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or cooked quinoa (optional, omit for low-carb)
09 - 1 large carrot, julienned
10 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Lemon wedges, for serving
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce
12 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or unsweetened dairy-free yogurt
13 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
14 - 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
16 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
17 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
18 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
04 - Steam or blanch broccoli florets until just tender, about 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Divide cooked brown rice or quinoa among four serving bowls if using.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Arrange steamed broccoli, sliced chicken, carrot, and grains in each bowl.
08 - Drizzle bowls generously with creamy garlic sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The creamy garlic sauce feels downright luxurious, but you won’t believe it’s actually healthy.
- This bowl comes together faster than takeout and you’ll have leftovers to look forward to.
02 -
- Neglecting to let chicken rest makes it lose all its juices—I learned that the messier way the first time.
- Blanching the broccoli just until barely tender keeps its vibrant color and gentle crunch, which makes the bowl so much better.
03 -
- Always slice chicken against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- A dusting of smoked paprika at the end gives color, aroma, and a final pop.