Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
This quick and bright recipe features grilled chicken and broccoli drizzled with a creamy garlic sauce, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Broccoli
- 2 pieces chicken breasts (Use boneless, skinless breasts of similar thickness.)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (Cut into uniform pieces.)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (To brush on chicken and broccoli.)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (Fresh garlic for the best flavor.)
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (Full-fat for creaminess; low-fat for a lighter option.)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (Freshly squeezed for brightness.)
- to taste salt and pepper (Season in layers.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- In the last few minutes of grilling, add the broccoli florets to the grill and cook until tender.
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the creamy garlic sauce.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve in bowls with grilled broccoli, drizzling the creamy garlic sauce on top.
Notes
Storage: Keep leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. The creamy garlic sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated.