Chicken & Broccoli Bowls (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Chicken
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2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, trimmed
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1 tablespoon good olive oil
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1 teaspoon smoky paprika
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1/2 teaspoon fresh garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
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A pinch of cayenne for some heat (totally optional!)
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Juice from 1 fresh lime
→ For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
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1/2 cup real mayonnaise
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1/4 cup tangy sour cream
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2 cloves garlic, minced finely
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1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ For the Bowls
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1 pound fresh broccoli florets
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2 cups fluffy cooked rice or quinoa
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Lime wedges for serving
# Instructions:
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Toss the chicken in a bowl with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if you're feeling spicy! Squeeze in that lime juice and make sure everything's well coated. Let it sit and soak up those flavors for at least 30 minutes – or cover and refrigerate overnight if you're thinking ahead.
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Fire up the grill or heat a pan over medium-high heat. Cook that chicken for about 5-7 minutes each side until you get those beautiful grill marks and it's cooked through. The slight char adds amazing flavor! Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing so all those juices stay locked in.
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While the chicken's resting, throw together your sauce. Mix the mayo, sour cream, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon, salt and pepper in a bowl until it's smooth and creamy. This sauce is seriously addictive - you might want to make extra!
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Grab your favorite bowls and start with a base of hot rice or quinoa. Add a generous portion of steamed or roasted broccoli (whatever you prefer!), then top with your sliced chicken. Drizzle that creamy garlic sauce over everything and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing of freshness.
# Notes:
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This bowl is perfect for meal prep - just store components separately and assemble when ready to eat!
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For dairy-free folks, swap in vegan mayo and dairy-free sour cream alternatives.
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Feel free to add colorful bell peppers or zucchini for extra veggies and crunch.