Grilled Chicken Bowl with Herbed Rice, Glazed Carrots & Creamy Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Grilled Chicken Bowl with Herbed Rice, Glazed Carrots & Creamy Sauce. This dish is a delightful fusion of succulent grilled chicken, aromatic herbed rice, and sweet glazed carrots, all brought together by a rich and creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping for the week ahead, this bowl is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste preferences. Enjoy a nutritious meal that balances protein, fiber, and fresh vegetables while satisfying your flavor cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Juice of lemon
- tsp paprika
- tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked brown or white rice
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 2 large carrots, sliced into rounds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- tsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt & pepper to taste
- tsp thyme or parsley
- 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of smoked paprika
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Prepare rice: Cook rice according to package instructions. Mix in chopped parsley, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Sauté carrots: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced carrots in olive oil for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup and season with thyme.
- Make creamy sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional smoked paprika. Mix until smooth.
- Assemble bowls: Layer herbed rice at the bottom of each bowl. Top with sliced grilled chicken and sautéed carrots. Drizzle with creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg