Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl (Print Version)
Marinated chicken with homemade chimichurri and garlic sauce over fresh greens for a quick, flavorful, protein-packed meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Marinade
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2 chicken breasts
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1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup red wine vinegar
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½ cup olive oil
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garlic Sauce
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1 cup mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 clove garlic, minced
→ Bowl Components
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1 cup diced tomatoes
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2 cups fresh greens (spinach or arugula)
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Whisk together olive oil, garlic, parsley, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
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In a food processor or bowl, blend parsley, garlic, red pepper flakes, vinegar, olive oil, and salt into a chunky chimichurri sauce.
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Mix mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), lemon juice, garlic, and herbs to create the garlic sauce. Chill it in the fridge.
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Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through. Let it rest and slice.
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Layer greens in a bowl, top with sliced chicken, drizzle with chimichurri sauce, add diced tomatoes, and finish with a generous scoop of garlic sauce.
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Serve immediately or store each component separately for meal prep.
# Additional Notes:
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Let the chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy.
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Adjust garlic and lemon in the sauce to your preferred tang and bite.
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This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa for added heartiness.