Grilled Chicken Breast with Chimichurri Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken Breast with Chimichurri Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 Chicken breast halves, boned and flattened (with or without skin); Sauce:; 10 cloves garlic - peeled; 1 bunch flat leaf parsley (stems removed); 3/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup white balsamic or white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup chicken broth; 3/4 tsp dried oregano; 3/4 tsp dried basil; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (none if for kids); Salt and ground pepper to taste; Marinade; 3 Tablespoons Chimichurri sauce; 2 Tablespoons olive oil

Servings: persons

6 Chicken breast halves, boned and flattened (with or without skin)
Sauce:
10 cloves garlic - peeled
1 bunch flat leaf parsley (stems removed)
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup white balsamic or white wine vinegar
1/4 cup chicken broth
3/4 tsp dried oregano
3/4 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (none if for kids)
Salt and ground pepper to taste
Marinade
3 Tablespoons Chimichurri sauce
2 Tablespoons olive oil

1
Sauce: In a food processor or strong blender, puree the garlic.
2
Add the parsley and finely chop.
3
Add the oil, vinegar, water or broth, and seasonings.
4
Process until blended.
5
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
6
Should be flavorful and spicy, and should taste good as is.
7
In a small bowl, combine marinade ingredients and stir.
8
Put chicken breasts in a zip lock bag and pour in marinade.
9
Turn until coated evenly.
10
Refrigerate for 30 min to 4 hours.
11
Preheat grill to medium.
12
Grill the chicken for 8-10 on one side and 6-8 minutes on the other.
13
Place on a platter and serve the remaining sauce on the side.
14
Goes well with greens (broccoli rabe, kale, mustard greens, etc.)
15
mashed potatoes, or rice.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 Chicken breast halves, boned and flattened (with or without skin), Sauce:, 10 cloves garlic - peeled, 1 bunch flat leaf parsley (stems removed), and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken Breast with Chimichurri Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!