Grilled Chicken and Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
A delicious and easy weeknight dinner featuring grilled chicken, tender broccoli, and a creamy garlic sauce that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic can be used instead
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on the counter.
- Wash the broccoli and cut it into florets if not pre-cut.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
Marinating
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to coat them well with the mixture.
- Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Grilling
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side.
- In the last few minutes, add the broccoli florets to a grill basket and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
Assembly
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Place the sliced chicken and grilled broccoli in bowls and drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce.
Notes
This dish is great for meal prep, storing separately to maintain freshness of the sauce.