Description
Succulent grilled chicken thighs with chimichurri sing with Argentine passion, blending herbal zest and smoky char. Juicy meat meets bold green sauce, creating a perfect summer grill experience for hungry diners seeking bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
Herbs and Spices for Chicken:
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Chimichurri Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Additional Components:
- 1 lemon (for serving)
Instructions
- Blend parsley, cilantro, garlic, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth to create vibrant chimichurri sauce.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and generously season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F), preparing both direct and indirect cooking zones.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down on direct heat, grilling for 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- Rotate chicken and transfer to indirect heat zone, continuing to cook for an additional 10-12 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Drizzle generous amount of prepared chimichurri sauce over grilled chicken thighs.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top for bright, zesty finish.
- Serve immediately, accompanied by extra chimichurri sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken by using a meat mallet before seasoning to ensure even thickness and faster, more consistent cooking.
- Marinate chicken in chimichurri sauce for 2-4 hours before grilling to enhance flavor penetration and create more juicy meat.
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor and prevent drying out during grilling process.
- For gluten-free and low-carb diets, this recipe is naturally compliant without needing modifications.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg