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Chimichurri Chicken Garlic Bowl

A vibrant, flavorful bowl featuring grilled garlic chicken, fresh chimichurri sauce, rice, and cherry tomatoes — the perfect healthy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Argentine, Latin
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or greens optional
Chimichurri Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet or grill pan
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Grill or sear chicken on medium-high heat until golden and cooked through.
  3. Combine parsley, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, and chili flakes for chimichurri.
  4. Assemble rice, greens, and tomatoes in bowls. Top with sliced chicken.
  5. Drizzle chimichurri over chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

Store sauce separately and drizzle before serving for maximum freshness.