Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Description
This Mediterranean bowl combines juicy grilled chicken, tender broccoli, fresh vegetables, and a smooth garlic yogurt sauce. It’s flavorful, satisfying, and balanced with bright lemon notes and classic Mediterranean seasoning in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 500 g (1 lb) chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bowls
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Creamy Garlic Sauce
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
Mix olive oil, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, cumin, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken well.
2. Cook the Broccoli
Steam until tender or roast until lightly golden around the edges.
3. Grill the Chicken
Cook on a grill pan or skillet until golden and fully cooked through.
4. Make the Garlic Sauce
Whisk together Greek yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper until creamy.
5. Assemble the Bowls
Add rice or quinoa to serving bowls. Top with broccoli, grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
6. Finish & Serve
Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Q & A
Q: Can I meal prep this recipe?
A: Yes, keep the sauce separate and assemble before serving.
Q: What can replace broccoli?
A: Zucchini, roasted cauliflower, asparagus, or green beans work well.
Q: Can I use another protein?
A: Yes—turkey, shrimp, salmon, or chickpeas are great alternatives.
Q: Is the sauce spicy?
A: No, it’s creamy and garlicky. Add chili flakes if you want heat.
Q: Can I make it lower carb?
A: Swap rice for cauliflower rice or extra vegetables.