Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts evenly.
- Let rest 15–30 minutes (optional but recommended).
Step 2: Grill the Chicken
- Heat grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken 5–6 minutes per side, until fully cooked and golden.
- Remove and let rest 5 minutes, then slice.
Step 3: Cook the Broccoli
Option 1 – Pan-Roasted:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add broccoli, season with salt and pepper.
- Cook 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
Option 2 – Steamed:
- Steam broccoli for 3–4 minutes until bright green.
Step 4: Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- In a bowl, mix yogurt (or mayo), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add milk gradually until smooth and pourable.
- Taste and adjust seasoning.
Step 5: Assemble the Bowls
- Add rice or quinoa (if using) to bowls.
- Top with broccoli and sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce.
Tips & Variations
- 🧄 Roast garlic for a sweeter sauce
- 🌶️ Add chili sauce or sriracha for heat
- 🧀 Sprinkle Parmesan for extra richness
- 🥗 Make it low-carb by skipping grains
- 🥙 Use the chicken in wraps or salads
If you want:
- 🍋 Lemon garlic version
- 🥛 Dairy-free sauce
- 🥘 Meal-prep macros
- 🍚 Asian-style sauce twist
Just tell me 😊
