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GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE

5 from 1 vote
Grilled Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce is the culinary masterpiece you’ve been waiting for. This tantalizing dish offers a harmonious blend of succulent grilled chicken paired with the tangy, herby delight of Chimichurri. Read on and let’s set your taste buds ablaze!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken breasts: 2 large pieces about 7 oz. each, or 200g
  • Salt: 1 tsp 5g
  • Black pepper: 1/2 tsp 2.5g
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp 30ml
  • For the Chimichurri Sauce:
  • Fresh parsley: 1 cup finely chopped (about 240ml)
  • Garlic: 3 cloves minced
  • Red pepper flakes: 1/4 tsp 1.25g
  • Olive oil: 1/2 cup 120ml
  • Lemon juice: 2 tbsp 30ml
  • Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp 30ml
  • Salt: 1/2 tsp 2.5g
  • PREPARATION TIME
  • Approximately 20 minutes

Method
 

  1. Preparation: Begin by seasoning your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a light drizzle of olive oil.
  2. Grilling: Preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Once hot, lay the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). The skin should be beautifully golden.
  3. Chimichurri Sauce: In a bowl, combine the chopped parsley, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and salt. Mix them well until the sauce is vibrant and homogeneous.
  4. Rest: Once the grilled chicken is done, allow it to rest for about 5 minutes. This ensures the juices redistribute, making your chicken even more succulent.
  5. Serve: Drizzle the Chimichurri Sauce over the grilled chicken generously.
  6. TIPS:

Notes

TIPS
Marinating
For an added flavor boost, you can marinate the chicken with salt, pepper, and olive oil for 2-3 hours before grilling.
Herbs
Feel free to add fresh oregano or cilantro to the Chimichurri Sauce for varied flavors.
Heat
Control the spice in your Chimichurri Sauce by adjusting the amount of red pepper flakes.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
Serve your Grilled Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce over a bed of fluffy white rice or quinoa.
This dish pairs excellently with roasted veggies, so consider roasting some bell peppers, zucchinis, or asparagus.
For a fresh contrast, consider a tangy cucumber salad on the side.
Finally, finish the meal with a cool beverage like iced tea or lemonade.