Chimichurri Chicken

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  • Prep Time

    25 mins

  • Cook Time

    25 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    4 people

  • Calories

    446 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Chimichurri Chicken

Chicken thighs are marinated in a simple chimichurri sauce then cooked to perfection on a grill pan in this Chimichurri Chicken recipe. Tender, juicy, and mouthwateringly good!

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Chimichurri:

  • 1 cup flat-leaf parsley loosely packed
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup red onion roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then place them in a large bowl. Season with kosher salt and black pepper and set aside.
  2. Prepare the chimichurri by combining parsley, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, red onion, red pepper flakes, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until slightly chunky but well combined.
  3. Take half of the chimichurri sauce and pour it over the chicken thighs, making sure each piece is well coated. Cover the bowl and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator. Reserve the remaining chimichurri for serving.
  4. Preheat a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the pan to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off any excess. Place the thighs on the hot pan and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve the chicken warm, drizzled with the reserved chimichurri sauce on top. You can also serve additional chimichurri on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 446kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 44g (88%) Fat 28g (43%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Trans Fat 0.04g Cholesterol 215mg (72%) Sodium 1088mg (45%) Potassium 683mg (20%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1399IU (28%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 446 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 446kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 44g 88%
Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 16g 80%
Trans Fat 0.04g 2%
Cholesterol 215mg 72%
Sodium 1088mg 45%
Potassium 683mg 15%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1399IU 28%
Vitamin C 23mg 26%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

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

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