Chimichurri chicken Buddha bowls

Nothing quite beats the feeling of digging into a wholesome buddha bowl, bursting with valuable nutrients and full of flavour. 

The tasty combo of juicy grilled chicken pieces, crunchy peanuts and our parsley chimichurri makes the meal rich in protein.

Paired with omega-rich avocado and high-zinc pepitas, these bowls provide a mighty mix of vitamin E, C and zinc, nutrients which all work together to support a healthy heart, eye and immune health.

Ingredients

Serves 4
Prep time 15 minutes
Cook time 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 garlic cloves 
• 2 spring onions, thinly sliced 
• 2 cups fresh parsley
• ¼ tsp dried chilli flakes 
• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar 
• ¼ cup and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 
• 600g chicken thigh fillets 
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 cups baby spinach, shredded 
• 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced 
• ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced  
• 1 large avocado, thinly sliced  
• ½ cup peanuts
• ½ cup pepitas 

How to make

1. Place the garlic on a large chopping board and finely dice using a sharp knife. Add the spring onion and parsley to the board and roughly chop until fine. Transfer to a bowl and mix in the chilli flakes, vinegar and ¼ cup of olive oil. Season well and set aside.

2. Place the chicken thighs, paprika and remaining olive oil in a shallow bowl. Season and set aside to marinate.

3. Heat a large non-stick frypan over moderate heat. Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked through. Remove from pan and roughly slice. 4. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over moderate heat. Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked through. Remove from pan and roughly slice.

4. To assemble, divide the shredded spinach between four bowls, top with tomato, red onion, avocado, peanuts and pepitas. Add the sliced chicken and generously pour the chimichurri sauce over the bowls. Serve immediately.

Notes

Leftover chicken and chimichurri will keep for two days in an airtight container in the fridge. 

Nutritional information

Rachel Scoular is an avid foodie, APD Dietitian and founder of @healthyhappyhabits