Chimichurri Chicken Thighs (Printable)
Juicy chicken thighs in herbaceous chimichurri sauce, grilled to perfection. A zesty, flavor-packed dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chimichurri Sauce
01 - 1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
02 - 3 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 small shallot, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Chicken
10 - 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a bowl, combine parsley, oregano, garlic, shallot, olive oil, vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well, then let sit for at least 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
02 - Reserve 1/3 cup of the chimichurri for serving.
03 - Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper on both sides.
04 - Place chicken thighs in a zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour remaining chimichurri over the chicken, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
05 - Preheat the grill or oven to 400°F.
06 - Remove excess marinade from the chicken. Grill chicken thighs skin-side down over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. Alternatively, bake on a parchment-lined sheet for 25-30 minutes.
07 - Let rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot, drizzled with reserved chimichurri.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade keeps the chicken incredibly juicy while adding a massive punch of flavor.
- It is an effortless dinner that feels fancy enough for guests but easy enough for a Tuesday.
02 -
- Removing the excess marinade before grilling is crucial to avoid bitter burnt bits.
- Letting the sauce rest for at least 10 minutes mellows the raw garlic flavor significantly.
03 -
- Mince the herbs very finely so they cling to the chicken better.
- Do not skip the resting period or you will lose all those delicious juices.