Keto Chimichurri Chicken

Both the grilled chicken and lip-smacking sauce in the keto chimichurri chicken recipe is really easy to make. Perfect for meal prep too! 

Grilled Chimichurri Chicken 

Have you ever had a really good chimichurri sauce? It’s nicknamed “Argentine BBQ sauce” for a reason – it’s usually served on grilled meats and uses chili peppers in it. The spice of the chili peppers elevates this dish to must-make status. 

I made this recipe with chicken thighs because they reheat really well for meal prep. Plus, thighs are a very budget-friendly cut of meat. If you prefer chicken breasts or want to make some chimichurri wings, go right ahead! This exact recipe works out perfectly for those too. 

Keto Chimichurri Recipe

This entire recipe only has 1g net carbs per serving! Talk about a guilt-free recipe! You can use this in so many ways, and it is a delicious break away from ordinary recipes. 

This is so low in carbs because it is basically grilled chicken thighs with spices, lime juice, and olive oil. 

How To Make Chimichurri Sauce 

I stayed true to the authentic ingredients in traditional chimichurri sauce – parsley, garlic, vinegar, olive oil, and red chili pepper flakes but added a few other herbs too, such as oregano. I think it adds a sweeter note and balances out the red pepper flakes’ heat. Then, I added a splash of lime juice. 

The lime juice really adds a bright zest to the chicken. The cooling effect of the lime juice on your tongue will instantly react with the heat from the chili to create a sauce that is out of this world! It’s perfect – you don’t need any other chimichurri sauce (even if you aren’t on a low-carb diet!). 

Easy Low-Carb Grilled Recipes

I love making things on the grill all year long, but it seems extra fun to do in the summertime. When you grill out, just start putting together your favorite meats, veggies, and seasonings and you’ll have a complete meal. 

Still stumped for ideas? Try my sausage broccoli foil packets. You can even make them when you are camping. Or, make some keto garlic butter shrimp and steak kabobs. They are a ton of fun! 

What To Serve With Chimichurri Chicken 

This is the perfect main course for your dinner. Serve it with some low-carb garlic bacon pasta and garlic butter mushrooms. Talk about a fancy meal! You can also make some fresh guacamole and serve these on some cheese taco shells. 

If you are going to eat this for lunch, serve it with our low-carb cucumber egg salad. 

Healthy Summer Chicken Dinner Recipes

This recipe is super-healthy for you. Chicken thighs are a lean source of protein – which your body needs, especially if you are on a keto diet. 

Use fresh lime juice. Lime is a fantastic source of vitamin C, which will boost your immune system. So dig into your grilled chimichurri chicken and know that you are treating your body right. 

Keto-Friendly Chicken Marinade

The secret to this recipe is the marinade! If you ever need a keto-friendly marinade, keep this recipe safe. From the tangy lime juice to the parsley and oregano, this is perfection. It will keep your chicken nice and juicy as it grills – without adding more carbs to it. 

How To Store Grilled Chicken 

Store your leftover chimichurri chicken in an airtight container or resealable bag and keep it in the refrigerator. It will last about 5 days if you keep it this way. 

When you get it out of the refrigerator, only let it sit out for less than 2 hours. It is not safe to let meat sit at room temperature for longer than 2 hours because that is when bacteria begins to grow. 

Meal-Prep Grilled Chicken 

Trust me – make a double batch of the sauce and save it for your meal prep. There are so many different ways you can use it. 

Splash it on your chopped salad as a salad dressing. Or, use it as a marinade when you grill some pork chops. You can also make extra chimichurri grilled chicken and chop it up and use it in a lettuce wrap. It’s such a versatile sauce. 

Keto Chimichurri Chicken Recipe 

Here is the entire recipe in the printable recipe card. Don’t forget to pin this post to your chicken recipes board on Pinterest so you can find it later. 

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Net Carbs: 1g net carbs per serving

Ingredients:

• Chicken Thighs
• Minced Garlic
• Fresh Chopped Parsley
• Red Wine Vinegar
• Oregano
• Red Pepper Flakes
• Salt and Pepper
• Fresh Lime Juice
• Olive Oil

Instructions:

In a bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, parsley, red wine vinegar, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, lime juice and olive oil until well combined.

Place the chicken in the bowl and toss to coat well in the sauce.

Marinate the chicken in the fridge for at least 2 hours, but preferably overnight.

Heat an indoor or outdoor grill. Grill the chicken for 5-10 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Grill times will vary depending on the size and thickness of your chicken thighs.

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