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Argentinian Chimichurri Chicken Recipe

This recipe for Argentinian Chimichurri Chicken is the perfect way to change up your same old chicken routine. Herby, spicy, garlicky, and with a bit of tang, simply skewerer up marinated chicken breast, grill, slather in chimichurri and devour. 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 421 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Argentinian

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe for Argentinian chimichurri sauce
  • 4 medium-large boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
marinade
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Coriander

Instructions

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  1. Stir together all marinade ingredients.
  2. Add marinade to a large ziploc bag along with the chicken. Toss in the marinade to coat, then press out excess air and seal the bag. Chill for 15 minutes.
  3. Skewer chicken pieces and discard excess marinade.
  4. Use tongs to place skewers on a preheated grill or grill pan. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning throughout to ensure even cooking.
  5. Spoon prepared chimichurri over chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pro tip: If you're lucky enough to end up with any leftover chimichurri sauce, save and serve over vegetables or on salads!

Nutrition Information

Calories 421kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 48g (96%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 145mg (48%) Sodium 845mg (35%) Potassium 856mg (24%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 77IU (2%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 18mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 421

% Daily Value*

Calories 421kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 48g 96%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 845mg 35%
Potassium 856mg 18%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 77IU 2%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 18mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.