Description
Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls are a vibrant and flavorful meal, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Juicy marinated chicken, grilled to perfection, is paired with tender-crisp broccoli and served over a bed of rice or quinoa. This dish not only delights the palate but also brings back cherished memories of summer barbecues with friends. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these bowls are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets (about 1 lb)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic powder, and lemon juice in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat and lightly grease.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- During the last few minutes of cooking, add broccoli to grill until bright green and tender-crisp (about 4-5 minutes).
- Allow chicken to rest for five minutes before slicing into strips.
- Assemble bowls: layer sliced chicken over rice or quinoa, top with grilled broccoli, and drizzle with remaining marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg