Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri is a sensational dish that brings together juicy, tender chicken and a vibrant herb sauce, perfect for any meal occasion. This recipe highlights the rich flavors of marinated chicken thighs enhanced by a fresh chimichurri made from parsley, cilantro, garlic, and zesty lemon juice. Ideal for summer barbecues or a quick weeknight dinner, this dish promises to be a hit at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
- 1 small shallot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 jalapeño pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red apple vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend cilantro, parsley, oregano, shallot, garlic, jalapeño, lemon juice, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Cover with 1/4 cup of chimichurri sauce and marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165°F).
- Serve hot with extra chimichurri on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 oz (113g) of grilled chicken with chimichurri
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 275mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg