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Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce Recipe

Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce Recipe

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This Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl with Garlic Sauce is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines juicy grilled chicken with vibrant chimichurri and creamy garlic sauce over a bed of nutritious greens and vegetables.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for sautéing)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Chimichurri:

  • 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)

For the Garlic Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cups chopped kale or greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (diced)
  • 1/2 cup roasted vegetables (like garlic cloves and red onion)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Rub over chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare Chimichurri: Combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, oregano, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set aside.
  3. Make Garlic Sauce: Mix mayo or Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt.
  4. Grill the Chicken: Grill chicken on medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side. Let rest before slicing.
  5. Sauté Greens: Sauté kale in olive oil and lemon juice until wilted.
  6. Roast Veggies: Roast garlic cloves and red onions at 400°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  7. Assemble the Bowl: Build the bowl with greens as the base. Top with chicken, roasted veggies, and tomatoes. Drizzle chimichurri and garlic sauce over the chicken.

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Keywords: Chimichurri, Grilled Chicken Bowl, Garlic Sauce, Healthy, Easy, Latin American