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Chimichurri Chicken Bowls with Garlic Sauce

A vibrant and zesty meal featuring grilled chicken marinated in chimichurri sauce, served with a creamy garlic sauce over rice and fresh toppings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chimichurri
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Chicken Bowls
  • 4 each boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 each avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion
  • 1 each lime, cut into wedges
For the Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Method
 

Chimichurri Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine parsley, cilantro, oregano, 4 cloves garlic, red pepper flakes, red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make chimichurri.
  2. Reserve half of the chimichurri for serving and pour the rest over the chicken breasts in a shallow dish; marinate for 20–30 minutes.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  2. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, 3 cloves garlic, lemon juice, 1 tsp olive oil, salt, and pepper to make a garlic sauce.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Divide the cooked rice among bowls and top with sliced chicken, a spoonful of reserved chimichurri, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion.
  2. Drizzle garlic sauce over the bowls and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Marinate the chicken a day in advance for meal prep. Reheat gently in the microwave or stovetop to prevent rubbery chicken.