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Chimichurri Chicken Thighs

Chimichurri Chicken Thighs

Charlotte
Bold, Juicy Flavor in Every Bite
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Food processor (optional, for smoother chimichurri).
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grill, oven, or skillet.
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer (optional for perfect doneness)

Ingredients
  

For the Chimichurri Sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp red chilli flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Chicken Thighs:

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or boneless, skinless if preferred)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Make the Chimichurri Sauce:

  • Finely chop parsley, cilantro, and garlic, or use a food processor for a smoother texture.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine herbs, vinegar, olive oil, red chilli flakes, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Stir well until evenly mixed.
  • Let the sauce sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes to meld flavours.

Prepare the Chicken Thighs:

  • Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels for crispy skin.
  • Rub both sides with olive oil and season generously with salt and black pepper.

Marinate the Chicken (Optional):

  • Reserve some chimichurri sauce for serving.
  • Use the remaining sauce to marinate the chicken thighs for 30 minutes to 4 hours to enhance flavour.

Cook the Chicken Thighs (Choose Your Method):

  • Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs skin-side down for 6–8 minutes. Flip and cook another 6–8 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange chicken thighs on a baking sheet and bake for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Stovetop: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 6–8 minutes, then flip and cook another 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a 400°F (200°C) oven for 10–15 minutes for thicker thighs.

Serve with Chimichurri Sauce:

  • Drizzle reserved chimichurri sauce generously over the cooked chicken thighs.
  • Serve immediately with your favourite sides for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
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