Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce, a delightful meal perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender grilled chicken marinated in fragrant herbs, drizzled with zesty chimichurri sauce, and complemented by a creamy garlic sauce. Ideal for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this bowl is packed with fresh ingredients that create an explosion of taste. Customize it to your liking with various vegetables and enjoy a nutritious yet satisfying dish that is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Chicken breasts
- 1 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- ¼ cup Red apple vinegar
- ½ cup Olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- ½ cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Fresh greens (spinach or arugula)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, parsley, red apple vinegar, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Prepare Chimichurri Sauce: In a food processor or bowl, blend parsley, remaining garlic, red pepper flakes, red apple vinegar, olive oil, and salt until chunky. Set aside.
- Make Garlic Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), lemon juice, remaining garlic until smooth. Chill in the fridge.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- Assemble Bowls: Layer fresh greens in bowls; top with sliced chicken, chimichurri sauce, diced tomatoes, and garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg