Chimichurri Rice Bowl (Grilled Chicken, Avocado & Roasted Corn)

This chimichurri rice bowl is fresh, bold, and packed with vibrant Argentinian flavor — powered by Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce. Fluffy white rice topped with juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, and a generous drizzle of bold chimichurri sauce for a complete meal that is as beautiful as it is delicious.

Rice bowls are one of the most versatile and satisfying meals you can make — and chimichurri sauce is the secret ingredient that ties everything together. The bright herbs, garlic, and citrus of the chimichurri sauce work as both a marinade for the chicken AND a finishing drizzle over the entire bowl — giving you bold, layered chimichurri flavor in every single bite.

Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for meal prep, and completely customizable with whatever toppings you have on hand. This is the bowl recipe you'll make on repeat.

Why You'll Love This Chimichurri Rice Bowl

Bold chimichurri flavor throughout
The chimichurri sauce works as a chicken marinade AND a finishing drizzle — giving you bold herb and garlic flavor in every layer of the bowl.

Complete and satisfying
Protein, carbs, healthy fats, and vegetables all in one bowl — a genuinely balanced meal that tastes incredible.

Perfect for meal prep
Make a big batch of chimichurri chicken and rice on Sunday and have ready-to-assemble bowls for the entire week.

Completely customizable
Use whatever grains, proteins, and toppings you have on hand — chimichurri sauce makes everything taste great.

Ingredients

For the Chimichurri Chicken

1 ½ lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
3 tbsp Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Rice Bowl

2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup roasted corn
½ cup black beans, drained and rinsed
Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges

Chimichurri Drizzle

4 tbsp Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce
1 tbsp extra olive oil
Fresh lime juice to taste

How to Make Chimichurri Rice Bowl

1) Marinate the Chicken

In a bowl combine Authentic Chimichurri Sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for at least 20–30 minutes at room temperature or up to 24 hours in the fridge for deeper chimichurri flavor throughout the meat.

2) Cook the Chicken

Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken thighs for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred. Internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing against the grain into thin strips.

3) Prepare the Toppings

While the chicken cooks prepare your bowl toppings. Roast corn in a dry skillet over high heat for 3–4 minutes until slightly charred. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Slice the avocado. Drain and rinse the black beans. Everything comes together quickly so have it all ready before assembling.

4) Make the Chimichurri Drizzle

In a small bowl mix Authentic Chimichurri Sauce with a drizzle of extra olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. This loosens the sauce slightly and brightens the flavor for the perfect bowl drizzle.

5) Assemble the Bowl

Start with a generous base of warm white rice. Arrange sliced chimichurri chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, roasted corn, and black beans over the rice. Drizzle generously with the chimichurri sauce — don't be shy. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Serve immediately.

Rice Bowl Variations

Chimichurri Steak Bowl

Replace the chicken with sliced grilled skirt steak or picanha for a bold Argentinian-style steak bowl. Spoon extra chimichurri sauce over the sliced steak right after cooking.

Chimichurri Shrimp Bowl

Replace the chicken with grilled chimichurri shrimp for a lighter seafood version that is just as bold and satisfying.

Chimichurri Veggie Bowl

Skip the protein and load the bowl with roasted vegetables — zucchini, bell peppers, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes — all drizzled with chimichurri sauce for a bold plant-based meal.

Chimichurri Grain Bowl

Swap white rice for quinoa, farro, or cauliflower rice for a different base that pairs just as beautifully with the chimichurri sauce.

Meal Prep Tips

This chimichurri rice bowl is perfect for weekly meal prep. Here's how to do it efficiently:

• Cook a big batch of rice on Sunday — keeps in the fridge for 5 days
- Marinate and grill all the chicken at once — slice and store in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Prep all toppings separately — store in individual containers and assemble fresh each day
- Keep chimichurri sauce separate — drizzle right before eating for maximum freshness
- Avocado tip — slice fresh each day to prevent browning

Tips for the Perfect Rice Bowl

• Use warm rice — warm rice absorbs the chimichurri drizzle better than cold rice straight from the fridge.
- Don't skip the avocado — the creamy richness of avocado balances the bold herb flavor of the chimichurri perfectly.
- Drizzle chimichurri twice — once when assembling and again right before eating for maximum freshness and flavor.
- Char the corn — a quick dry toast in a hot skillet adds incredible smoky sweetness to the bowl.
- Season every layer — a pinch of salt and lime juice over the avocado and tomatoes makes everything pop.

Storage & Reheating

Store all components separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat the rice and chicken separately in the microwave or skillet and assemble fresh. Always add the chimichurri drizzle and avocado fresh — never store them assembled in the bowl.

Make It Even Better with Chimi Boss Blends

Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce was rated #1 Best Chimichurri Sauce by Sporked.com with a 9/10 score — beating Trader Joe's and every other store-bought chimichurri tested. Real herbs, garlic, and olive oil ready to pour straight from the jar.

Try it on: grilled steak, chicken thighs, shrimp skewers, roasted vegetables, eggs, and crusty bread.

Did you know Chimi Boss Blends Authentic Chimichurri Sauce was rated Best Chimichurri Sauce by Sporked.com with a 9/10 — beating Trader Joe's and every other store-bought chimichurri tested?

Love chimichurri flavor? Try these other bold recipes — Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers, Chimichurri Chicken Thighs, and Chimichurri Steak.