Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Jasmine Rice
Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Jasmine Rice is a refreshing, nutritious dish that’s perfect for any meal time. This vibrant bowl combines tender chicken sautéed in zesty lemon and aromatic garlic, served over fluffy jasmine rice and steamed broccoli. Its bright flavors and wholesome ingredients make it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping. With just 22 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is not only easy but also customizable to cater to your taste preferences. Enjoy a satisfying meal that nourishes your body while delighting your palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon + 2 slices for garnish
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add diced chicken, pour in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked.
- While the chicken cooks, steam broccoli in a pot using a steamer basket over boiling water for about 3-5 minutes until bright green and tender. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- To assemble the bowl, layer cooked jasmine rice at the bottom, top with lemon garlic chicken, add steamed broccoli alongside or on top, and garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg