Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce 🌿🍗
High-protein, fresh, and full of bold Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
Grilled Chicken
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500 g (1 lb) chicken breast, sliced
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp lemon juice
Roasted Broccoli
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3 cups broccoli florets
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1½ tbsp olive oil
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp garlic powder
Creamy Garlic Sauce (Mediterranean Style)
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp tahini
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1–2 cloves garlic, finely grated
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt to taste
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1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
Optional Bowl Add-Ins
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Cooked brown rice, quinoa, or bulgur
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Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives
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Feta cheese, crumbled
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Fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, spices, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Toss chicken to coat. Marinate 15–30 minutes.
2. Cook the Broccoli
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Oven: Toss broccoli with olive oil and seasoning. Roast at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
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Pan: Sauté in a hot pan 6–8 minutes until golden.
3. Grill the Chicken
Grill or pan-sear chicken over medium-high heat 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through and lightly charred.
4. Make the Creamy Garlic Sauce
Whisk yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble the Bowls
Add grains (if using), top with grilled chicken and broccoli. Drizzle generously with creamy garlic sauce. Finish with herbs and feta.
Tips & Variations
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Low-carb: Skip grains, add extra veggies
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Dairy-free: Use dairy-free yogurt or extra tahini + lemon
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Spicy: Add chili flakes or harissa to the sauce
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Meal prep: Keeps well for 3–4 days in the fridge
