Chimichurri Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Tender chicken in vibrant chimichurri sauce over rice with crisp vegetables

# What You Need:

→ Chimichurri Marinade & Sauce

01 - 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
02 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried
05 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
08 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Chicken

10 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 1.5 pounds
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Bowl Assembly

13 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
18 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# Directions:

01 - Combine parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, oregano, olive oil, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated. Reserve one-third cup of the mixture as sauce for serving.
02 - Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour remaining chimichurri over chicken, ensuring complete coating. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 4 hours for enhanced flavor development.
03 - Preheat grill, grill pan, or skillet to medium-high heat approximately 5 minutes before cooking.
04 - Remove chicken from marinade and season both sides with additional salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear chicken 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
05 - Divide cooked rice evenly among 4 bowls. Arrange sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, avocado slices, and red onion on top of each rice base.
06 - Drizzle reserved chimichurri sauce over each bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It is naturally gluten-free and packed with clean, whole-food ingredients.
  • The multi-purpose chimichurri serves as both a flavor-packed marinade and a finishing sauce.
  • Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.
02 -
  • Always reserve your 1/3 cup of sauce *before* adding the raw chicken to the marinade to keep it fresh and safe for drizzling.
  • Hand-chopping the herbs rather than using a blender gives the chimichurri a better, more rustic texture.
Go Back