Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce
Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant and nutritious meal that combines juicy grilled chicken with a flavorful chimichurri drizzle, creamy garlic sauce, and fresh vegetables. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, delivering a delightful balance of herby, tangy, and savory flavors that everyone will love. With just 35 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a wholesome meal that’s packed with protein and freshness. Customize it by swapping in your favorite veggies or proteins for added variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Latin
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup red apple vinegar
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh greens (spinach or arugula)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, red apple vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the chimichurri sauce by blending parsley, garlic, red pepper flakes, vinegar, olive oil, and salt until chunky.
- Make the garlic sauce by combining mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), lemon juice, and additional herbs if desired.
- Grill the marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Assemble bowls with fresh greens at the base topped with sliced grilled chicken, chimichurri sauce, diced tomatoes, and a scoop of garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 33g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg