Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Bowls
These Creamy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Bowls are perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich garlic cream sauce.
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
Chicken and Broccoli
- 2 breasts chicken
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups cooked rice or pasta
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer briefly to deglaze the pan.
- Add heavy cream and stir until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese and stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add broccoli florets and cook until tender but still slightly crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and mix well to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve over cooked rice or pasta and garnish if desired.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth texture. Avoid overcooking the broccoli to keep its vibrant color and slight crunch. Add a splash of broth or cream when reheating to maintain the sauce consistency.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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