Chimichurri Chicken Thighs: Juicy Flavor That Dances on Your Palate
Chimichurri Chicken Thighs are the perfect combination of juicy chicken and vibrant sauce that brings a burst of flavor to your meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, mix together parsley, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to make the chimichurri sauce.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Grill the chicken thighs for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- Serve chicken topped with chimichurri sauce.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes.
- Let the chimichurri sit for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Chimichurri, Chicken Thighs, Grilled Chicken, Flavorful Recipes