Grilled Skewered Chicken with Brazilian Chimichurri

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-26 · Updated 2026-05-26

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Tender grilled chicken thighs marinated and served with a vibrant Brazilian-style chimichurri sauce bursting with fresh herbs and garlic. This Brazilian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 80 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, olive oil, garlic cloves, minced 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: 70 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
3 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
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 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1.5-inch chunks. In a large bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add chicken chunks and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the chimichurri sauce 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, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil in a small bowl. Stir until combined and let flavors meld.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, leaving a little space between pieces for even cooking.
Step 4: Grill chicken skewers for 4-5 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving with 1/4 cup chimichurri sauce drizzled over the top.