Description
A balanced and flavorful meal featuring grilled chicken, tender broccoli, and a creamy garlic yogurt sauce served over rice or quinoa. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or easy dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450 g)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (about 200 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120 ml)
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa (about 360 g), for serving
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 74°C (165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
- Meanwhile, toss the broccoli with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- Grill or sauté the broccoli for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp and lightly charred.
- In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, and chopped parsley until smooth.
- Divide the rice or quinoa between two bowls.
- Top with sliced grilled chicken and broccoli.
- Drizzle with the creamy garlic sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pan-seared or oven-baked chicken if you don’t have a grill.
- Store sauce and bowl ingredients separately for best leftovers.
- Swap broccoli for other vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers.
- Add red pepper flakes or chili powder for a spicy kick.
- Dairy-free yogurt works well in the garlic sauce for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
