Chimichurri Chicken! Have you ever had Chimichurri? No? Don’t you worry. It’s one of those dishes that I was introduced to by my Argentine friends many years ago. Usually, this is served at huge meat-coma barbeques called “asados,” but you don’t have to use beef or sausages to enjoy this herby goodness. In this recipe, I use our friendly feathered friend, the chicken. May the cluck bring you luck.
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If you don’t know how to make Chimichurri Sauce or make Cilantro Chimichurri.
I could eat an entire bowl full of the stuff if it wasn’t for all the garlic. Make sure the guy/ girl you’re kissing eats some because it’s made with TONS of garlic! So much garlic that you’d think that Argentinians had an extreme fear of vampires. Yes, you can eat it with slices of baguettes or veggies. Me? I like to cook with it like in this simple and delicious dish: Chimichurri Chicken.
I chopped up the chicken breasts into tiny pieces (not microscopic; just bite-size), but you can keep the pieces whole. I’m a busy mom, and I’m usually thinking ahead. The leftovers of this recipe are going to make a great addition to a salad or just as a snack in between meals. My son plays basketball with the intensity of a gaucho. It’s all about the protein, protein, protein! Perfect for our diabetic, paleo eating, whole 30 loving, carb avoiders.
Goes great on Carne Asada Street Tacos and Carne Asada Torta.
It’s not hard to make. You need fresh herbs and lots of dried oregano. Word to the wise: Make two batches. Once you’ve tasted it, you’ll understand how versatile it is for fish, chicken, beef, sausages, etc. It goes with just about everything. Talk about a great alternative to salsa or a cheese dip at a party. Or take it up a notch, and make Steak Chimichurri Quesadillas. YUM!
This Chimichurri Chicken has to be one of the easiest recipes ever. From here, you can add veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, diced carrots) for a more complete meal. Guaranteed to be your family’s next favorite meal. For dessert try Chocolate Argentinian Alfajores. Enjoy!
Table of Contents
Chimichurri Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts diced into 1-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Chimichurri
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and oregano.
- Add chicken to the skillet.
- Cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir frequently.
- Add lemon juice, chimichurri, and chicken broth
- Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve with lemon wedges and more chimichurri on the side.
- Enjoy!
Steak is the main ingredient in our family for lunch. I can’t wait to prepare steak with chimichurri sauce. Thank you, Maggie for sharing this amazing recipe!
Steak is the main ingredient at our family too. Steak and chimichurri – it’s like peanut butter and jelly. 🙂
This chimichurri chicken recipe looks so good! I’ve never had this before but will need to try it soon! Thank you for sharing!
You’re in a for a treat. Chimichurri Chicken is delicious!
This looks delicious!! I love new chicken recipes and this will be a great addition. Saving for later. 🙂
Awesome! Thank you. 🙂
I love chimichurri! I definitely need to make this recipe! I usually use chimichurri in the summer with steak, but it looks so tasty with chicken and would be such a great way to brighten it up!
Me too! Chimichurri is a steak thing, but you MUST try it with chicken.
Ooh I love chimichurri! I’ve only had it with steak but I’m definitely going to have to try out this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks. Definitely need to try it out with chicken or fish. Chimichurri goes well with everything!
This looks really good! I have been in such a chicken rut so I will try this to mix things up a bit!
I get in chicken ruts too. This chimichurri is a great way to spice it up.
I’ve always done the traditional chimichurri with steak but have never had it with chicken before. What a delicious idea! This looks great!
Oh yeah! Chicken, beef, fish. You name it. Chimichurri goes with everything!