Delicious Chimichurri Chicken Thighs Recipe for Easy Grilling
Looking for an easy yet flavorful dish to impress your family and friends? Try the Delicious Chimichurri Chicken Thighs Recipe for Easy Grilling! This vibrant recipe features juicy, tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty chimichurri sauce made from fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil. It’s quick to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes to grill. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings, this dish brings the bold flavors of Argentinian cuisine right to your backyard.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup flat leaf parsley
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon red chili pepper
- 3–4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the chimichurri marinade by mixing parsley, oregano, red chili pepper, garlic, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in half of the chimichurri sauce for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken thighs for about 6-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving with additional chimichurri sauce on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg