Brazilian-Style Grilled Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

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Juicy grilled chicken marinated with citrus and garlic, served with a vibrant herbaceous chimichurri sauce inspired by Brazilian flavors. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, lime juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1/4 cup lime juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: While chicken marinates, prepare chimichurri by mixing 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a bowl. Stir well and set aside.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken has nice char marks.
Step 4: Transfer grilled chicken to serving platter and spoon generous amounts of chimichurri sauce over the top.
Step 5: Serve immediately with rice or fresh salad.