2lbschicken thighsabout 8 pieces, boneless and skinless
1/2tspfine sea salt
For the Chimichurri Sauce
1cupflat-leaf parsleyfinely chopped from 1 bunch
4garlic clovesfinely minced
1/3cupextra virgin olive oil
2 1/2Tbspred wine vinegar
1/2tspdried oreganoor 1 Tbsp fresh oregano
1/2tspfine sea salt
1/4tspfreshly ground black pepper
1/4tspcrushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Prepare the Chimichurri sauce by combining all of the ingredients in a bowl in the order listed. Stir together, cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
Place chicken into a mixing bowl and add 1/2 tsp salt and half of the prepared Chimichurri sauce. Cover and marinate for 15 minutes or refrigerate overnight if making ahead.*
To Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill over medium/high heat. Place chicken smooth-side-down on the hot grates, cover, and grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F at the thickest point with an instant-read thermometer.
To Sautee the Chicken: Preheat a heavy skillet over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp olive oil. Add chicken smooth-side-down and sautee 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through and 165˚F at the thickest point.
To Serve the chicken, arrange it on a platter and spoon on the remaining chimichurri sauce then serve right away.
Notes
*If marinating the chicken in the refrigerator overnight, take it out of the refrigerator 15 minutes before grilling to bring it to room temperature for even cooking.