Name: Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs); 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for sautéing); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; Salt and black pepper to taste; 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped); 3 garlic cloves (minced); 1 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional); 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 cups chopped kale or greens; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (diced); 1/2 cup roasted vegetables (like garlic cloves and red onion)

Description

This flavorful Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce is a delicious and healthy meal option packed with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for sautéing)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Chimichurri:

1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)

For the Garlic Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 cups chopped kale or greens
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (diced)
1/2 cup roasted vegetables (like garlic cloves and red onion)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub over chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare Chimichurri: Mix chopped parsley, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, oregano, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set aside.
Make Garlic Sauce: Stir together mayo or Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and a bit of olive oil. Season with salt.
Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
Sauté the Kale: Sauté kale in olive oil and lemon juice until wilted.
Roast Vegetables: Roast garlic cloves and red onions at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Assemble the Bowl: Arrange greens as the base. Top with sliced chicken, roasted veggies, and tomatoes.
Finish and Serve: Drizzle chimichurri over the chicken and finish with garlic sauce.

Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling, Roasting, Sautéing
Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 580mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl, Garlic Sauce, Healthy Bowl Recipe, Latin American Cuisine