Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Recipe
This Grilled Chimichurri Chicken recipe is bursting with vibrant flavors and juicy, tender chicken. The zesty chimichurri sauce adds a fresh herbaceous kick to the grilled chicken thighs, making it a perfect dish for a flavorful weeknight dinner or a summer barbecue.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Chimichurri:
- 1 cup firmly packed fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves (finely minced)
- 2 garlic cloves (finely minced)
- 1 small shallot (finely minced)
- 1 small serrano chili (optional, seeds removed and finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Combine: Add parsley, oregano, garlic, shallot, serrano pepper, vinegar, salt, and pepper to a small bowl. Stir together and drizzle in the olive oil while stirring. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Marinate: Add chicken thighs to a bowl or plastic bag, and pour in half of the chimichurri. Let marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Heat: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill: When hot, add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through.
- Rest: Let chicken sit for 5 minutes. Serve warm with additional chimichurri and a side of choice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: Grilled Chimichurri Chicken, Chimichurri Sauce, Chicken Thighs, Grilling, Argentinian Cuisine