Insanely Tasty Grilled Chicken & Veggie Bowl with Creamy Pasta
This bowl is the perfect mix of flavors and textures: tender grilled chicken seasoned with herbs, colorful roasted veggies, and a creamy, comforting pasta tossed in a light Mediterranean-style sauce. It feels indulgent but is still balanced and wholesome.
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Servings:3 large bowls
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken
500g chicken breast, sliced or pounded thin
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Roasted Veggies
1 zucchini, sliced into half moons
1 red or yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
For the Creamy Pasta
1½ cups short pasta (penne, rotini, bowtie)
½ cup pasta water
1 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup milk
¼ cup Greek yogurt (for protein + creaminess)
¼ cup Parmesan cheese
½ tsp dried basil
½ tsp oregano
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings
Fresh parsley or basil
Extra Parmesan
Lemon wedges
Chili flakes
Instructions
1. Grill the Chicken
Mix chicken with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high.
Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Remove and slice.
2. Roast the Veggies
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss zucchini, peppers, and broccoli in olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Spread on baking tray.
Roast for 15–18 minutes until lightly golden.
3. Make the Creamy Pasta
Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
In a pan, heat olive oil → add garlic and saute 30 seconds.
Add milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
Lower heat → whisk in Greek yogurt and Parmesan.
Add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
Toss in cooked pasta.
Add splashes of pasta water until creamy and smooth.
4. Assemble the Bowl
In each bowl:
Add a serving of creamy pasta.
Top with a generous scoop of roasted veggies.
Add sliced grilled chicken on top.
Finish with herbs, cheese, and lemon.
Tips for Extra Flavor
Ultra creamy sauce: Add 2 tbsp cream cheese.
Mediterranean twist: Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or cherry tomatoes.
Make it spicy: Add chili flakes or drizzle hot honey on the chicken.
Meal prep: Store chicken, veggies, and pasta separately for best texture.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 540
Protein: 42 g
Carbs: 55 g
Fat: 18 g
Fiber: 5 g