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chimichurri chicken

Charred Scallion Chimichurri Chicken

Vibrant, colourful, and oh so easy to make
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Thighs

  • 2 lb chicken thighs
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • seasoning of your choice I used garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper

Chimichurri

  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 shallot minced
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes or more if you prefer spicier
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 4-5 scallions
  • 3 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Take the chicken thighs out of the fridge 20-30 minutes prior to cooking
  • Pat dry and quickly marinade with juice from half a lemon, a good drizzle of olive oil, and seasoning of your choice. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated with the marinade.
  • Preheat grill to 375/400 degrees
  • Assemble the first part of the chimichurri sauce: minced garlic, minced shallot, red pepper flakes, juice from the other lemon half, and red wine vinegar. Mix and let sit while we cook the chicken.
  • Grill chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side so you have a nice char and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
  • Grill scallions until slightly charred and chop finely. Chop parsley finely as well.
  • Add chopped grilled scallions and parsley to the chimichurri sauce, a pinch of salt, and olive oil. Stir to combine and drizzle over the chicken.