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Chimichurri Sauce on Chicken Breast

Cultural Context

Chimichurri sauce hails from Argentina, traditionally used as a marinade or condiment for grilled meats. This vibrant sauce, made from fresh herbs, garlic, and vinegar, embodies the country's love for asado, or barbecue. In modern cuisine, chimichurri has gained international fame, often paired with various proteins and vegetables, showcasing its versatility and fresh flavor profile.

ArgentinianARmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Himalayan pink salt
fresh black pepper
2 Tablespoons of espelette pepper powder
Canola oil
1 Clove of Garlic
2 Tablespoon of Rock salt
1 Tablespoon of Sugar
1 Tablespoon fresh oregano
1/4 cup of fresh mint
1/4 cup of fresh dill
1/4 cup of fresh coriander
Lemon
2 Tablespoons of lemon juice
1/4 cup of olive oil

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats while being versatile.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a similar tang with added health benefits.

1

First, take your 2 chicken breasts and dry them with a paper towel and season both sides with Himalayan pink salt, fresh black pepper and espelette pepper powder.

2

In a pan, pour in your canola oil, drop in your chicken breasts and grill on both sides.

3

Now plate the chicken breast and start to spoon on your chimichurri sauce, sprinkle on your red pepper flakes and voila!

4

First, take your Garlic, rock salt and sugar and crush it all together with a pestle and mortar until you have a puree.

5

Now add your fresh oregano to the mix and continue to puree, repeat these steps with your fresh mint, fresh dill, fresh coriander individually adding and crushing each.

6

When all is crushed add a pinch of rock salt and the zest of half a lemon, followed by your lemon juice.

7

Now you can add your olive oil, mix together and set the chimichurri aside.

Cooking Techniques

choppinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

panpestle and mortar

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chimichurri ChickenGrilled Chicken with Chimichurri

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