This Grilled Chicken Bowl with Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce is the perfect meal when I want something that’s both nutritious and flavorful. It combines juicy grilled chicken with wholesome grains, fresh veggies, and a rich creamy sauce that ties everything together. This bowl is great for a quick dinner or meal prep, offering a balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
Ingredients
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2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 avocado, sliced
2 cups mixed greens or baby spinach
For the Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let the chicken rest before slicing.
In a small bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Assemble the bowls by dividing the rice (or quinoa), cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, avocado slices, and greens into bowls.
Top with the grilled chicken slices and drizzle with the creamy garlic herb sauce.
Serve immediately or store components separately for easy meal prep.
Servings and Timing
Servings: 2 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Storage/Reheating
To store, I keep the components of this bowl separately, which helps keep everything fresh for meal prep. The grilled chicken can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. I store the creamy garlic herb sauce in a small jar or container and keep it refrigerated. When it’s time to reheat, I warm up the chicken in a microwave or on a skillet, and I assemble the bowl fresh with the sauce and veggies.
FAQs
Can I use a different protein instead of chicken?
Yes, I can easily swap out the chicken for other proteins like grilled turkey, beef, or even tofu for a plant-based version.
Can I use a different grain than quinoa or brown rice?
Definitely! I can use other grains like farro, couscous, or even a leafy green like kale for a low-carb option.
How can I make the sauce spicier?
If I want a spicier sauce, I can add a pinch of cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or even a dash of hot sauce to the creamy garlic herb sauce.
Can I make this bowl ahead of time for meal prep?
Yes, I can easily prepare the components ahead of time. The chicken and sauce can be stored in the fridge, and I can assemble the bowls fresh when I’m ready to eat.
How long will the leftovers last in the fridge?
The leftovers will last for about 3 days when stored properly in an airtight container. It’s best to store the sauce separately from the rest of the ingredients to keep everything fresh.
Conclusion
This Grilled Chicken Bowl with Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce is a simple yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for anyone looking for a healthy and delicious bowl of goodness. Whether I’m cooking for dinner or prepping meals for the week, this dish is a winner every time. With fresh ingredients, lean protein, and a rich, creamy sauce, it’s a bowl that’s not only good for me but also bursting with flavor.
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Grilled Chicken Bowl with Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Diet: Low Calorie
Description
This Grilled Chicken Bowl with Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce is a nutritious and flavorful meal combining juicy grilled chicken, wholesome grains, fresh veggies, and a rich creamy sauce. It’s perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep, offering a balance of protein, healthy fats, and fiber.
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1 avocado, sliced
2 cups mixed greens or baby spinach
For the Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce:
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Let the chicken rest before slicing.
- In a small bowl, mix all the sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the bowls by dividing the rice (or quinoa), cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, avocado slices, and greens into bowls.
- Top with the grilled chicken slices and drizzle with the creamy garlic herb sauce.
- Serve immediately or store components separately for easy meal prep.
Notes
This recipe can be customized with different grains like farro or couscous, or leafy greens like kale for a low-carb option.
The creamy garlic herb sauce can be spiced up with cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce for a spicier version.
Store the components separately for meal prep, keeping the chicken and sauce in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
