Grilled Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri
Juicy, tender, grilled boneless skinless chicken thighs are served with a flavor-packed chimichurri sauce that is used as both a marinade and topping.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 444kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh cilantro fresh
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
- 1 small shallot peeled
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- ½ jalapeno pepper seeded
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- fresh ground pepper
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs*
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, oregano, shallot, garlic, and jalapeño.
- Add the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pulse until well combined and finely chopped.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and cover with a ¼ cup of the chimichurri. Turn to coat the chicken completely. Marinate for 20 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Take the chicken out of the fridge to warm up slightly while heating the grill to medium high. Cook the chicken about 5-6 minutes per side, until juices run clear.
- Serve with extra chimichurri on the side.
Notes
*Chicken breasts, drumsticks, or bone-in thighs may be used instead. If using chicken breasts, cut them in half if they are large, and pound to ½ inch thick, if necessary. They will cook more quickly than thighs, around 4 minutes per side. Bone-in cuts will cook more slowly, so give them a couple of extra minutes.
*Although chimichurri sauce will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator, it tastes best when used within 1-2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 790mg | Potassium: 644mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 861IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 3mg