Description
Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Marinated chicken, grilled to juicy perfection, is complemented by a creamy garlic sauce and served over your choice of rice or quinoa. This bowl is not just a meal; it’s a celebration of fresh ingredients and hearty flavors, perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners at home. Easy to customize and delightful to share, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh oregano leaves
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix parsley, oregano, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (juices run clear).
- In a separate bowl, combine sour cream or yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice; season to taste.
- Serve the grilled chicken over rice or quinoa with garlic sauce drizzled on top. Add fresh herbs or vegetables as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg