Description
Elevate your dinner table with this Zesty Chimichurri Chicken! Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and drizzled with a vibrant chimichurri sauce made from fresh herbs, garlic, and tangy vinegar. This quick and easy recipe brings bold flavors that turn any meal into a festive occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, it’s sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a blender or food processor, combine parsley, oregano, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken in a zip-top bag or bowl and pour half of the chimichurri marinade over it. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat Your Grill or Oven: For grilling, preheat to medium-high (400°F). For baking, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade (discard excess). Grill for about 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through or bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle remaining chimichurri sauce over the cooked chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 95mg