Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 skinless boneless chicken breasts
Chimichurri Sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 green onions (green parts only), finely chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 red chili, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chimichurri Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the chopped fresh parsley, cilantro, green onions, garlic, red chili, dried oregano, and dried basil. Pour in the olive oil and season with kosher salt and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Let Flavors Meld: Allow the chimichurri sauce to sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors blend together beautifully.
- Marinate the Chicken: Pour approximately one-third of the chimichurri sauce over the chicken breasts. Toss well to ensure each piece is completely coated. Set aside the remaining sauce for serving, keeping it separate from the raw chicken to avoid cross-contamination.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the marinated chicken rest for 15 to 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat Grill: Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s hot before cooking.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6 to 8 minutes on each side until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve: Remove chicken from the grill and serve hot with the reserved chimichurri sauce spooned over or alongside for extra flavor.
Notes
- Make sure to keep the reserved chimichurri sauce separate from the raw chicken to prevent contamination.
- You can substitute cilantro with extra parsley if you prefer a milder herb flavor.
- To check for doneness, use a meat thermometer rather than cutting to keep the chicken juicy.
- For added smokiness, use charcoal or wood chips when grilling outdoors.
- If you don’t have a grill pan or grill, a stovetop skillet can be used, though it may affect the char flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Argentinian
- Diet: Gluten Free
