Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce
Indulge in the fresh and zesty flavors of the Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce. This dish combines juicy grilled chicken, a vibrant chimichurri drizzle, and creamy garlic sauce atop a bed of fresh greens and colorful veggies. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, each bowl is loaded with lean protein and nutrients, ensuring you enjoy a satisfying meal without compromising on flavor. Customize it with your favorite vegetables to create a hearty dinner that suits your taste buds while delivering a delightful burst of herby goodness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 cup Diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Fresh greens (spinach or arugula)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Whisk olive oil, garlic, parsley, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat chicken breasts thoroughly and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare chimichurri sauce: Blend parsley, garlic, red pepper flakes, vinegar, olive oil, and salt until chunky yet smooth.
- Make garlic sauce: Mix mayonnaise with sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lemon juice, and optional minced garlic. Chill.
- Grill the chicken: Heat grill to medium-high. Cook marinated chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble bowls: Layer greens in bowls, add sliced chicken, drizzle with chimichurri sauce, top with diced tomatoes, and add garlic sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 34g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg