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Chimichurri Chicken Recipe: 5 Steps to Delicious Flavors Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Chimichurri Chicken recipe offers a vibrant and flavorful grilled chicken dish infused with a zesty herb sauce made from fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal, it combines the smoky char of the grill with the bright, tangy, and slightly spicy chimichurri sauce for a deliciously balanced dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts

Chimichurri Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough for cooking the chicken breasts evenly, creating a nice char and locking in moisture.
  2. Prepare the chimichurri sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped fresh parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all flavors into the vibrant herb sauce.
  3. Coat the chicken: Using half of the prepared chimichurri sauce, coat the chicken breasts evenly, making sure each piece is well covered to absorb the flavors before grilling.
  4. Grill the chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) to ensure food safety.
  5. Rest the chicken: Remove the grilled chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. This step helps the juices redistribute for a moist and tender result.
  6. Serve: Serve the grilled chicken breasts with the remaining chimichurri sauce drizzled on top for added freshness and flavor.

Notes

  • For a spicier chimichurri, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
  • You can prepare the chimichurri sauce ahead of time and refrigerate it to deepen the flavors.
  • If you do not have a grill, you can use a grill pan or cook the chicken on a stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Leftover chimichurri sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Argentinian

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