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grilled chicken & broccoli bowls with creamy garlic sauce Recipe

grilled chicken & broccoli bowls with creamy garlic sauce Recipe
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This Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl with Creamy Garlic Sauce is a wholesome, flavorful dish featuring tender grilled chicken breasts paired with tender broccoli, all coated in a rich, garlicky almond milk-based sauce. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner, it’s quick to prepare and fits well within gluten-free and low-fat diets.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken)

Creamy Garlic Sauce

  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups almond milk (or preferred milk)
  • 1 tablespoon gluten-free flour (or any other type of flour)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)

Vegetables & Garnish

  • 1 medium head broccoli, chopped (about 3 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Rub the 2 pounds of boneless chicken breasts on all sides with kosher salt, ground black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning to evenly season the meat.
  2. Prepare the sauce base: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of almond milk and 1 tablespoon of gluten-free flour until smooth and free of lumps. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan, cover it to keep warm, and set aside.
  4. Sauté the garlic: In the same pan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic cloves and cook for up to one minute until fragrant but not browned, to avoid bitterness.
  5. Make the creamy garlic sauce: Pour in the almond milk and flour mixture while stirring continuously. The sauce will begin to thicken almost immediately as it heats. Stir well to form a smooth creamy sauce.
  6. Cook the broccoli: Add the chopped broccoli florets to the pan with the sauce and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender yet still vibrant and slightly crisp.
  7. Combine and finish: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the pan, nestling them into the sauce and broccoli. Cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through and let the flavors meld.
  8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving. Add lemon wedges on the side if desired for a fresh citrus kick.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond milk with any milk of your choice, like cow’s milk or oat milk.
  • For a dairy-free and gluten-free option, be sure to use gluten-free flour or arrowroot powder.
  • Adjust garlic quantity according to your taste preference.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the flour amount by half a teaspoon.
  • This recipe pairs well with rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
  • Lemon wedges add bright acidity that balances the creamy sauce beautifully.

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Keywords: grilled chicken, broccoli, creamy garlic sauce, gluten-free, healthy dinner, low-fat chicken recipe

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