Description
A cozy and nutritious weeknight dinner featuring grilled chicken, steamed broccoli, and a creamy garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked brown rice (or quinoa)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Pinch of paprika (optional)
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Grill for about 6–7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let the chicken rest before slicing it into strips.
- Steam the broccoli florets for 4–5 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth. Add water as needed for desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper.
- Divide the cooked rice among 4 bowls. Top with sliced chicken and steamed broccoli. Drizzle creamy garlic sauce over each bowl before serving.
Notes
This dish is great for meal prep and offers various ingredient swaps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 65mg