Description
Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. This dish features juicy grilled chicken, fresh herb-packed chimichurri, and a creamy garlic sauce served over a hearty base of rice or quinoa. Its bold flavors and customizable ingredients make it suitable for various taste preferences and occasions, from busy weeknights to casual gatherings. Enjoy the delightful combination of tastes while knowing you’re making a nutritious choice that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1 cup roasted vegetables
- 1/2 cup pickled onions
Instructions
- Prepare the chimichurri by mixing parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Let sit for 15 minutes.
- For the garlic sauce, whisk together mayonnaise and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Marinate chicken thighs in olive oil, salt, pepper, and chimichurri for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill marinated chicken on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Assemble bowls with rice or quinoa as the base topped with grilled chicken, chimichurri, garlic sauce, and your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg