Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl

High-protein, low-carb, ultra-creamy… the perfect diabetic-friendly meal bowl.

Sometimes the simplest meals are the most delicious — like this Grilled Chicken & Broccoli Bowl. Juicy, charred chicken slices sitting on a bed of tender, vibrant broccoli, all drenched in a velvety cream sauce that ties everything together.

It’s satisfying, nourishing, and packed with the kind of clean protein and fiber that keep your blood sugar steady while keeping you full for hours. This is truly a bowl that loves you back. 💚

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🧾 Ingredients

For the Grilled Chicken

• 2–3 boneless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice or Dijon for extra flavor

For the Broccoli

• 3–4 cups fresh broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• Salt + pepper

Creamy Low-Carb Sauce

• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• ¼ cup grated parmesan
• 1 tbsp butter
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• Optional: pinch of black pepper or crushed red pepper

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🍳 Instructions

1. Grill or Pan-Sear the Chicken

Season chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Grill or pan-sear on medium-high until beautifully charred and fully cooked.
Slice into strips.

2. Steam or Sauté Broccoli

Cook broccoli until bright green and tender (steam or pan-sauté with butter).
Season lightly with salt and pepper.

3. Prepare the Cream Sauce

In a small saucepan, melt butter.
Add heavy cream + chicken broth.
Whisk in parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Simmer until thick and velvety (2–4 minutes).

4. Assemble the Bowl

Add broccoli to the bottom of a bowl.
Top with sliced grilled chicken.
Pour the warm creamy sauce over the top (just like your photo 😍).

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💚 Diabetic-Friendly Tips

✔ High-protein, low-carb balance

This bowl keeps carbs minimal while offering steady energy.

✔ Swap the sauce as needed

Use half-and-half or light cream for lower calories — still low carb.

✔ Add healthy fats for BG stability

A small drizzle of olive oil or avocado slices boosts satisfaction.

✔ Extra veggies = extra fiber

Cauliflower, zucchini, or spinach all fit beautifully here.