Recipe Of The Week: Grilled Chicken & Sweet Potato Chimichurri Bowl
Time: 30 Minutes Servings: Makes 4 bowls
Ingredients
1/2 cup Parsley (finely chopped)
1/4 cup Fresh Oregano (finely chopped)
1 Garlic (clove, minced)
1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (divided)
2 tbsps White Wine Vinegar
Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
1 1/4 lbs Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless)
1 Lime (juiced)
1 tbsp Chili Powder
2 Sweet Potato (large, cut into wedges)
1 head Romaine Hearts (chopped)
Directions:
In a bowl, combine the parsley, oregano, garlic, half of the oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Preheat the grill to medium heat. Place the chicken in a bowl and toss with half of the remaining oil, the lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, add the sweet potato, remaining oil, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat.
On one side of the grill, cook the chicken breasts for six to eight minutes per side or until cooked through. On the other side of the grill, cook the sweet potato wedges for approximately the same amount of time, turning occasionally so they don't burn.
Divide the chicken, sweet potato, and lettuce evenly between bowls. Top each one with chimichurri sauce. Enjoy!
Leftovers
Refrigerate the ingredients in separate airtight containers for up to three days. Combine just before serving.
Serving Size
One serving is approximately one cup of chicken, 3/4 cup of sweet potato, one cup of lettuce, and 1/4 cup of chimichurri.
Macros Per Serving:
Calories: 487 Cal Protein: 34g Carbs: 18g Fats: 31g
Health Insights:
Antioxidants
The combination of fresh herbs like parsley and oregano, along with garlic, contributes to a high antioxidant content, which helps combat oxidative stress and supports overall health.
Heart Health
The use of extra virgin olive oil and lean chicken breast provides healthy fats and protein, which can promote cardiovascular health and maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Nutrient-Dense Vegetables
Incorporating sweet potatoes and romaine hearts adds a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, which are essential for digestive health and can help regulate blood sugar levels.