Description
Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Jasmine Rice is a vibrant and nourishing dish that brings together tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and fluffy jasmine rice with a zesty citrus twist. This quick and easy recipe, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, combines the bright flavors of lemon and garlic to create a satisfying meal that appeals to everyone. Packed with protein and vitamins, this bowl is not just delicious but also healthy. You can customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping in different proteins for variety. Get ready to enjoy a wholesome dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is simple to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon + 2 lemon slices for garnish
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Steam broccoli florets until bright green and tender (about 3-5 minutes). Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a bowl, layer cooked jasmine rice at the base. Top with lemon garlic chicken and arrange steamed broccoli around it. Garnish with lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet and Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg