Description
This Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant, protein-packed meal loaded with juicy grilled chicken, herby chimichurri, and tangy garlic yogurt sauce. Perfect for meal prep, gluten-free diets, and easy weeknight dinners. Enjoy bold flavors with fresh veggies, grains, and Mediterranean flair.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup fresh parsley
4 garlic cloves
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. In a food processor, blend parsley, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to make the chimichurri. Set aside half for serving.
2. Place chicken in a bowl or bag. Pour in half the chimichurri and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 12 hours.
3. Grill chicken over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and charred. Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
4. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt to make the garlic sauce.
5. Assemble bowls: add rice or quinoa as base, top with grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Drizzle with reserved chimichurri and garlic sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
Marinate longer for deeper flavor
Use thighs for juicier results
Adjust garlic or lemon to taste in the sauce
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg