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Grilled Chicken Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce: Deliciously Easy!

Grilled Chicken Skewers with Chimichurri Sauce are a delicious and easy dish perfect for grilling season. Tender chicken is marinated and grilled to perfection, served with a vibrant chimichurri sauce.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • 1 cup fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken cubes, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the chimichurri sauce. In a medium bowl, mix together the parsley, cilantro, garlic, red pepper flakes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  4. Thread the marinated chicken onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
  5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  6. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve with chimichurri sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with firm tofu or vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the chimichurri sauce for an extra burst of flavor.

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