Chimichurri Chicken Thighs: A Flavorful Delight Awaits!
Chimichurri Chicken Thighs are juicy, marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and topped with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, offering a burst of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to create the chimichurri sauce.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in half of the chimichurri sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- Serve the chicken thighs topped with the remaining chimichurri sauce.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken thighs overnight.
- Chimichurri sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve with grilled vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg