Description
Chimichurri Chicken with Garlic is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings juicy chicken to life with a zesty chimichurri sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Mince the garlic and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped parsley, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well mixed and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Place seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour half of the chimichurri sauce over them, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, drizzle with the remaining chimichurri sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in chimichurri sauce for a few hours or overnight for enhanced flavor. - Feel free to swap out herbs or adjust spice levels according to your preferences. - This dish pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.