Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Jasmine Rice
Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious Lemon Garlic Chicken Bowl with Broccoli & Jasmine Rice, perfect for a quick lunch or weeknight dinner. This vibrant dish features tender chicken marinated in zesty lemon and savory garlic, paired with perfectly steamed broccoli and fluffy jasmine rice. Not only is this bowl packed with protein and vitamins, but it also allows for endless customization—add your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasonings to make it your own.
- 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 (plus 2 slices for garnish)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add diced chicken, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through (8-10 minutes).
- Steam the Broccoli: Boil water in a pot, place a steamer basket on top. Add broccoli florets; steam for 3-5 minutes until bright green. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Bowl: Layer cooked jasmine rice in a bowl, top with chicken mixture, then add steamed broccoli. Garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg