Chimichurri Chicken Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
323 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
North American
Chimichurri Chicken Recipe
Description
This recipe features bone-in chicken thighs grilled on a medium-low heat grate after coating with olive oil and seasoning with salt and pepper. The chicken cooks skin side up to render some fat and char lightly, then flipped to ensure thorough cooking to an internal temperature of 165°F. While the chicken cooks, a fresh chimichurri sauce is prepared by mixing minced parsley, olive oil, sherry vinegar, dried oregano, chili flakes, salt, and finely minced garlic to develop a bright, herbaceous, and slightly spicy condiment.
Once grilled, the chicken is transferred to a bowl and gently tossed with the chimichurri to coat thoroughly. The sauce adds acidity, herbal freshness, and a touch of heat that complements the rich, grilled meat. Serving immediately preserves the contrasting textures and vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lb chicken thigh with or without skin, your choice, bone-in
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper sea salt
The Chimichurri
- ¾ cup parsley minced
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup sherry vinegar
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon chili flakes
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 2 cloves garlic finely minced
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-low and oil the grate. Toss the chicken thighs with oil and then season them with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs on the grill skin side up and let them cook for 20 minutes. Flip them over and let them cook for another 10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the chimichurri. Place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- When the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and put it into a large bowl. Pour the chimichurri sauce over the chicken and toss well to coat. Serve it right away.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 323 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 323kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 129mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 567mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 417mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1026IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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