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Easy Chicken & Broccoli Protein Bowl with Garlic Sauce – The Best Meal Prep You’ll Ever Try

Easy Chicken & Broccoli Protein Bowl with Garlic Sauce


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  • Author: Penny Smith
  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low-carb

Description

A vibrant, protein-packed dinner featuring tender chicken strips, crisp broccoli, and a tangy garlic sauce over fluffy rice. Quick to prepare and customizable, this dish balances textures and flavors perfectly for a satisfying weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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2 large chicken breasts, sliced thin
1 head broccoli, cut into florets
1/2 cup edamame, shelled
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish
1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)


Instructions

Cook rice according to package instructions
Whisk garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and ginger in a bowl
Heat oil in a pan, cook chicken until browned and cooked through
Steam broccoli for 3-4 minutes; blanch edamame for 2-3 minutes
Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, broccoli, edamame, and sauce
Sprinkle sesame seeds and chili flakes before serving

Notes

Store in airtight containers for up to 3 days
Use pre-cooked rice to save time
Swap edamame with snap peas or bell peppers
For extra heat, add 1/2 tsp sriracha to the sauce

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: chicken
  • Method: Stir-frying/Steaming
  • Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg