Chicken Broccoli Rice Bowl

The Chicken Broccoli Rice Bowl brings together tender, savory grilled chicken breast and perfectly steamed, crisp broccoli over a warm bed of fluffy rice. It is a simple, high-protein powerhouse that takes the stress out of healthy eating. Every single bite is loaded with clean energy and real ingredients that keep you full for hours. It is the perfect, stress-free dish for busy weeknights or easy weekend meal prep.

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Course: Entree, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chicken Broccoli Rice Bowl, Clean Eating, High Protein, Meal Prep

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Servings: bowl

Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

For the Bowl:

1 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12 to 14 oz total)
1 cup long-grain white rice or brown rice, uncooked
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 tbsp olive oil, divided
Fresh parsley for garnish, optional

For the Chicken Seasoning:

½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Rice: Rinse your rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Put the rice in a pot with 2 cups of water or chicken broth. Bring it to a boil. Turn the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Take it off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff it with a fork.

Rinsing Rice: Always rinse your uncooked rice under cold running water until the water is clear to prevent it from getting mushy.

Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Rub them with half of the olive oil. Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper on both sides.
Grill the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the rest of the olive oil. Cook the chicken for about 6 to 7 minutes on each side. It is done when the inside is no longer pink. Let it rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes, then slice it up.

Chicken Tip: Let the grilled chicken rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in all the delicious juices.

Steam the Broccoli: Put a little water in a pot with a steamer basket and bring it to a boil. Add the broccoli florets. Cover and steam for 3 to 4 minutes until they are bright green and tender.
Assemble the Bowls: Divide the fluffy rice into two bowls. Add a big scoop of the green broccoli. Top it with your juicy sliced chicken. Garnish with parsley if you like, and enjoy!

Notes

Prep Tip: Pat chicken dry with paper towels so the seasonings stick and the meat gets a beautiful golden crust.
Rest the Meat: Let cooked chicken rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing to lock in all the delicious juices.
Perfect Rice: Rinse uncooked rice under cold water until it runs clear to keep it from getting mushy or sticky.
Vibrant Broccoli: Steam broccoli for just 3 to 4 minutes so it stays bright green and beautifully tender-crisp.
Meal Prep: Stores perfectly in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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