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Savory Chimichurri Chicken Recipe in Just 35 Minutes

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A flavorful grilled chicken dish topped with a fresh chimichurri sauce, served with rice and a garlic herb dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 large)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (or lime juice)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (jasmine or long-grain)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, for serving)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley (packed)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (packed)
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano (or 2 tsp dried)
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley/cilantro
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, pepper, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook the rice: Prepare white rice according to package directions (or use leftover cooked rice for meal prep).
  3. Make the chimichurri: In a blender or food processor, pulse parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and vinegar. Stream in olive oil and blend until spoonable and slightly chunky.
  4. Grill the chicken: Grill over medium-high heat 5–7 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until nicely charred and cooked through (165°F). Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
  5. Mix the dipping sauce: Stir together olive oil, melted butter, garlic, herbs, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Assemble bowls: Add rice to a bowl, top with sliced chicken, spoon chimichurri over everything, and add cherry tomatoes on the side. Serve with the garlic herb dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Use leftover rice for meal prep.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
  • Store chimichurri in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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