Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken
Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken pairs bright herbs and garlic with a gentle chile kick, soaking into juicy meat as it cooks over tender onions. The parsley- and oregano-packed sauce keeps each bite fresh and aromatic, with a tangy finish from red wine vinegar. It’s a vibrant dinner centerpiece, perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 28
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 33
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine parsley, 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil, oregano, vinegar, garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper; mix the chimichurri thoroughly.
- 2
To spatchcock the chicken: Place the chicken on a cutting board and remove the backbone with kitchen shears. Press down on the breast with the heel of your hand to flatten it.
- 3
Carefully loosen the skin and rub chimichurri underneath, spreading it evenly. Wrap the chicken in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
- 4
Let the chicken come to room temperature for no more than 1 hour before baking.
- 5
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- 6
Rub 1 teaspoon olive oil over the chicken; season with salt and pepper. Place the onion in a cast iron skillet and pour the chicken broth over the onion. Set the seasoned chicken on top.
- 7
Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes.
- 8
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat near the bone; it should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 9
Allow the chicken to rest in a warm area for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Calories 413.46 kcal High 21%
- Protein 63.99 g Good Source 128%
- Carbohydrate 10.63 g 4%
- Total Fat 12.59 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 0.84 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 213.54 mg High 71%
- Sodium 642.17 mg High 28%
- Dietary Fiber 1.08 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 1.22 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 55.56 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 0.51 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 70.78 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 31.92 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 14.93 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Oven Roasted Chimichurri Chicken is made with 11 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Fresh Oregano, and Fresh Parsley. Each serving provides about 413.46 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Chicken Broth, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Parsley, Garlic. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 413.46 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken healthy?
- Oven-Roasted Chimichurri Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 50/100. Per serving, it provides 413.46 calories and 63.99 g of protein, or 128% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 642.17 mg (28% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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