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Grilled chicken broccoli bowls with creamy garlic Parmesan sauce served in a white bowl

Grilled Chicken Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Tender grilled chicken and steamed broccoli topped with a rich homemade creamy garlic Parmesan sauce. Ready in 35 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts sliced horizontally into even cutlets
  • 2 heads broccoli cut into florets
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter unsalted preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth low-sodium recommended
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated from a block

Equipment

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Steamer basket
  • Cutting board
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry, season both sides with salt and pepper, and brush lightly with olive oil.
  2. Grill the chicken over medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
  3. While the chicken grills, steam the broccoli florets for 5 to 6 minutes until just tender and bright green.
  4. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the freshly grated Parmesan until fully melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Divide the broccoli into bowls, top with sliced grilled chicken, and spoon the creamy garlic sauce generously over everything. Serve immediately.

Notes

Always grate Parmesan fresh from a block for the smoothest sauce. Store components separately for up to 3 days. Reheat sauce over low heat with a splash of broth to loosen. Stovetop cooking works well if a grill is not available.