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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Savory Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce for Flavor Lovers

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce is a flavor-packed dish that combines spices, lime, and aji verde for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 9 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with boneless chicken breasts or a whole bird.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic adds aromatic depth.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Vegetable oil can substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential for authentic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika deepens the taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Italian seasoning can substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for maximum flavor.
For the Green Sauce
  • 1-2 pieces Jalapeños Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley for milder flavor.
  • 2 pieces Green Onions Chives are a great alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Can be swapped with sour cream.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil for Sauce Helps emulsify the sauce.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • grill
  • Oven
  • Resealable Bag

Method
 

Marinade
  1. In a blender, combine fresh garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, then set aside.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over, ensuring they are well-coated. Refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
Green Sauce
  1. In the same blender, add jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, slowly adding olive oil until emulsified. Chill.
Cooking
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 500°F. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F or roast for 30 minutes with foil covering for the last 15 minutes.
  2. Once cooked, let the chicken rest briefly. Serve alongside the chilled green sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro for vibrant presentation.

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