This delicious chimichurri chicken recipe is literally bursting with flavor! Seasoned with spices, grilled chicken breast is topped with homemade chimichurri for an easy, healthy and vibrant dinner.
Add some flavor into your life with this tasty chimichurri chicken recipe! Simple to make, this Argentinian inspired dinner is a great addition to your weekly meal plan.
Easy and quick to make, the chicken breasts are rubbed in a spice blend before being grilled and topped with fresh chimichurri. The flavors are so bold and it’s a breeze to make!
Why you will love this chimichurri chicken!
- Healthy: This chicken dinner is low carb, keto friendly and high in protein. It’s a great addition to a balanced diet.
- Quick: Ready to serve in 30 minutes, this is a great option of an easy weeknight meal.
- You can make this chicken on the grill or stovetop.
How to make chimichurri chicken
Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions!
- Mix together the ingredients for the chimichurri.
- Mix together the ingredients for the chicken seasoning.
- Rub the chicken with oil and the seasoning.
- Grill on both sides until cooked through.
- Spoon the chimichurri over the chicken breasts to serve.
What is chimichurri?
Chimichurri is an Argentinian sauce or condiment, it’s kind of like a South American pesto! It’s traditionally served with grilled meats, most often with steak, but it’s delicious with chicken!
It’s made with olive oil, red wine vinegar for some acidity, lots of fresh parsley, garlic, chili, oregano and salt and pepper. It’s fresh and bold in flavor and I love the color it adds to the plate!
Can you make this with chicken thighs?
Yes, this recipe is easily adapted if you have thighs rather than breast. Flatten the thighs so that they are an even thickness so that they cook uniformly, and be aware that they will require a slightly longer cooking time.
What do you serve with it?
This chimichurri chicken is a great to serve up with potato and veggies or a side salad. Try it with:
Recipe Tips and Notes
- You can also make this stovetop. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon oil. Cooking times will be the same.
- The chimichurri will keep well covered in the fridge for around 4 to 5 days.
- Use an instant read thermometer to check that the chicken is cooked through before serving. It should register at 165F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving so that the juices redistribute.
Chimichurri Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
For the Chimichurri
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3/4 cup flat leaf parsley finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red chili seeds removed and finely chopped (substitute 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
For the Chicken
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 large chicken breasts
Instructions
For the chimichurri:
- Combine all of the ingredients together in a bowl. Let the chimichurri sit for a few minutes to let the flavors combine.
For the chicken:
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat. (See note if making stovetop) Combine the cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and the seasoning mix. Grill the chicken breasts for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Spoon the chimichurri sauce over the grilled chicken before serving.
- Serve with extra chimichurri sauce on the side.
Notes
- You can also make this stovetop. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon oil. Cooking times will be the same.
- The chimichurri will keep well covered in the fridge for around 4 to 5 days.
- Use an instant read thermometer to check that the chicken is cooked through before serving. It should register at 165F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving so that the juices redistribute.
Max says
The recipe is really good but original argentinian chimichurri is without oregano
Becky Hardin says
You are welcome to modify it to your taste!