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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.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Argentinian
Servings
4 servings
Calories
444 kcal

INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro fresh
  • 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley chopped, fresh
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 small shallot peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/2 jalapeno pepper seeded
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • fresh ground pepper
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs *

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1 In a food processor, combine the cilantro, parsley, oregano, shallot, garlic, and jalapeño.
  2. 2 Add the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pulse until well combined and finely chopped.
  3. 3 Place the chicken in a baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and cover with a 1/4 cup of the chimichurri. Turn to coat the chicken completely. Marinate for 20 minutes to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
  4. 4 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.
  5. 5 Serve with extra chimichurri on the side.

NUTRITION

Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 27g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g

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