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Easy Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl

Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Bowl

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🌿 A vibrant, herb-packed chimichurri sauce meets juicy grilled chicken in a nourishing bowl that tastes like summer on a plate.
🥑 Loaded with creamy avocado, roasted vegetables, and fluffy grains, this gluten-free and dairy-free meal is perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls 1x

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 cup olive oil

1 cup cooked rice or quinoa

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 cup sliced cucumber

1/2 avocado, sliced

1/4 cup pickled red onions (optional)

1/2 cup roasted vegetables (bell peppers or zucchini)

Extra chimichurri sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

1-Marinate the chicken: Pat chicken dry, coat with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; marinate at least 30 minutes (or overnight).

2-Prepare the chimichurri: Mix chopped parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper; slowly stir in olive oil until chunky; let rest to meld flavors.

3-Grill the chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat (400°F); cook chicken 5‑6 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 160°F; rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.

4-Cook the grain and roast the vegetables: Prepare rice or quinoa according to package; toss diced veggies with oil, salt, and pepper, roast at 400°F for 20 minutes until caramelized.

5-Assemble the bowls: Scoop cooked grain into bowls, top with sliced chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, roasted vegetables, and pickled onions; drizzle generously with chimichurri and serve.

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Notes

💡 Make the chimichurri sauce a few hours ahead or the day before — the garlic and herbs soften into the oil for an even deeper flavor.
🌶️ Dial the heat up or down by adjusting the crushed red pepper flakes or adding a little minced fresh jalapeño.
🔄 Swap the chicken for shrimp, steak, or portobello mushrooms, and trade the rice for quinoa, cauliflower rice, or a bed of greens.

  • Author: Ruby Bennett
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Marinate: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Argentine
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 30g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg