Grilled Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Broccoli

Grilled Chicken with Creamy Garlic Sauce & Broccoli

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Creamy Garlic Sauce

• 1 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic (minced)

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Broccoli

• 2 cups broccoli florets

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Season the Chicken
   Rub chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill the Chicken
   Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
   Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

3. Cook the Broccoli
   In another pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
   Add broccoli, salt, and pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes until tender but slightly crisp.

4. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
   In the same pan used for chicken, melt butter over medium heat.
   Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
   Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
   Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Cook until the sauce thickens.

5. Serve
   Slice the grilled chicken, place it on a plate with broccoli, and drizzle the creamy garlic sauce over the chicken.

Q&A

Q1: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
Yes. Boneless chicken thighs work well and stay even juicier. Cooking time may increase slightly.

Q2: How can I make this dish lighter?
Use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream and reduce the Parmesan slightly.

Q3: Can I bake the chicken instead of grilling?
Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 18–20 minutes or until fully cooked.

Q4: How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Q5: What can I serve with it besides broccoli?
Rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or pasta pair well with the creamy sauce.