Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
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5.0
93 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
655 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Peruvian
Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a complete meal that's loaded with incredible flavor! Marinated chicken thighs or breasts are grilled or baked (your choice!) to perfection. Serve over well-seasoned rice with fresh, creamy green sauce for a dinner that's sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1.5-2 pounds chicken thighs, breasts, or any cut, see notes
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice or white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons oil of choice
- 1 Tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Green Sauce
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 whole jalapeño chiles roughly chopped
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Peruvian Yellow Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tbsp butter/oil
- ¼ cup onion diced
- 2-3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1/4 tsp EACH cumin, onion powder, salt, pepper
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients for the chicken marinade and mix to combine. Reserve about ¼ of the mixture and set aside. Add in the chicken and mix until fully coated. Place in the fridge to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium-high, or preheat oven to 450ºF. This would also be a good time to make rice, if serving with rice.
- To Grill Chicken: Grill the chicken on both sides for at least 5-7 minutes per side (will vary depending on the cut of chicken) or until cooked through to 165ºF. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through.
- To Bake Chicken: Place the chicken on a foil-lined sheet pan and bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through.
- To make rice: Wash rice until water runs clear. Soak for 10-15 minutes then drain water. Sauté shallot and garlic in a pot with butter until soft. Add the rice and seasoning to the pot and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in frozen peas, cover with lid and rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- To make the green sauce: Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a blender and pulse for 30 seconds or until creamy. Taste and add salt & pepper.
- Serve: Divide rice mixture into serving plates, top with grilled chicken and a drizzle of the green sauce. Enjoy!
Notes
- Chicken: You can use a whole chicken cut in ½ or 1/4th. You can also use skin-on chicken thighs, drumsticks, or leg quarters. Additionally, chicken breasts also work. Boneless chicken thighs are another great option!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
655kcal
(33%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
46g
(92%)
Fat
28g
(43%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
7g
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
Trans Fat
0.04g
Cholesterol
126mg
(42%)
Sodium
1036mg
(43%)
Potassium
1029mg
(29%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
968IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
22mg
(24%)
Calcium
81mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 655 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 655kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 126mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 1036mg | 43% |
| Potassium | 1029mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 968IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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