Description
Grilled Chicken with Broccoli is a delightful and nutritious dish that brings together juicy, tender chicken and vibrant, crunchy broccoli. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and essential nutrients. Enjoy the smoky goodness of grilled chicken paired with the freshness of steamed broccoli for a meal that satisfies your taste buds and warms your heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375°F) and ensure it's clean.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Coat each chicken breast in this marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Meanwhile, steam or blanch the broccoli in boiling water for about 3-5 minutes until bright green yet crisp.
- Allow the chicken to rest before slicing and serve alongside steamed broccoli.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with ½ cup broccoli
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 110mg