Healthy Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls (Printable)

Nutritious grilled chicken and crisp-tender broccoli bowls with a rich, protein-packed garlic sauce that delivers wholesome flavor in just 35 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Chicken & Bowls

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 head broccoli, cut into florets (about 4 cups)
03 - 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa (optional, for serving)
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

08 - 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (or non-dairy yogurt for dairy-free)
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a bowl, toss chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
03 - Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let rest, then slice.
04 - Steam or grill broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until vibrant and crisp-tender. Set aside.
05 - For the creamy garlic sauce, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
06 - To assemble bowls, add a base of rice or quinoa (if using), then top with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli. Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.
07 - Garnish with extra fresh herbs, a wedge of lemon, or chili flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy garlic sauce makes everything taste like a restaurant meal without the guilt or heavy cream
  • Its one of those rare healthy dinners that actually feels satisfying and comforting
02 -
  • Let the chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing to keep all those juices inside where they belong
  • The sauce thickens slightly in the fridge, so thin it with a teaspoon of water or lemon juice if needed
03 -
  • Dont skip resting the chicken or you lose all that moisture you worked so hard to create
  • Double the sauce and use it as a dip for veggies or dressing for salads all week long

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