Description
Chimichurri Chicken is a vibrant, juicy, and incredibly flavorful dish featuring tender chicken elevated with a zesty, herb-packed chimichurri sauce. This fresh, garlicky, and tangy recipe is quick and easy to prepare, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, delivering bold flavors with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
Chicken
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts – 1.5 to 2 pounds
Chimichurri Sauce
- Fresh parsley – 1 cup, finely chopped
- Fresh cilantro – 1/2 cup, finely chopped
- Garlic cloves – 3, minced
- Red wine vinegar – 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
- Extra virgin olive oil – 1/2 cup
- Red pepper flakes – 1/2 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce: Finely chop fresh parsley, cilantro, and garlic. In a bowl, combine these herbs with red wine vinegar, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend the flavors and set aside to allow them to meld.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken pieces in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour about half of the chimichurri sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve with Fresh Chimichurri: Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving platter. Spoon the remaining fresh chimichurri sauce generously over the top for a fresh, zesty burst of flavor in every bite.
Notes
- Use fresh parsley and cilantro for the best flavor, avoiding dried herbs.
- Marinate the chicken sufficiently to ensure it stays juicy and flavorful.
- Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juices.
- Adjust the vinegar and lemon juice to balance acidity to your liking.
- Oil your grill or pan well to prevent sticking and to get nice grill marks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg