6 Ways to Use Chimichurri Sauce

Chimichurri sauce is intensely flavored garlic and herb salsa. Traditionally, it's served with steak in Argentina, but it's delicious on just about everything. This classic recipe can serve as the basis for many versatile ways to use chimichurri sauce. 

This chimichurri roasted potatoes recipe couldn't be any simpler. Just toss some potato wedges with chimichurri sauce and throw them in the oven. You'll have delicious roasted potatoes in no time. They are a perfect accompaniment to a piece of grilled meat or seafood. For added flavor, you can dip the wedges into chimichurri sauce or homemade chimichurri dip at the table. 

Since chimichurri sauce is made with lots of garlic, it makes a quick and easy topping for garlic bread. This delicious side will bring lots of garlicky flavor to any meal. If you have leftovers, use this chimichurri garlic bread for a sandwich or panini or cut it up and toast for croutons. 

This creamy chimichurri dip has lots of garlic flavor and is great with vegetables, chips, or on sandwiches. Keep this dip in mind as a simple way to use up any leftover chimichurri sauce. 

For an elegant dinner option, try these chicken breasts seasoned with chimichurri sauce and baked in puff pastry. Chimichurri chicken en croute is an unexpected combination that is sure to please and fancy enough for a dinner party. 

Chimichurri sauce turns ordinary potato salad into the perfect side dish for grilled foods. This is an easy make-ahead chimichurri potato salad that will be welcome at any summer barbeque or outdoor party.