Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri
Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy, boneless skinless chicken thighs are marinated in a zesty chimichurri sauce made from fresh herbs, garlic, and a hint of spice. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to serve the chicken on salads, in tacos, or simply on its own with extra chimichurri for dipping. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this dish is sure to impress your guests while providing a healthy source of protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- 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
Instructions
- Prepare the chimichurri sauce by blending cilantro, parsley, oregano, shallot, garlic, and jalapeño in a food processor.
- Add lemon juice, red apple vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper; pulse until well combined.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the chimichurri sauce for at least 20 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
- Heat your grill to medium-high and cook the marinated chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Serve hot with remaining chimichurri sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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