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Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce

Savory Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Zesty Green Sauce

Experience the rich flavors of Peruvian Chicken & Rice with this easy recipe featuring marinated chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty green sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 540

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5-2 lbs Chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice or white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Oil any cooking oil
  • 1 tbsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • ½ tsp Black pepper
For the Green Sauce
  • 1 cup Cilantro fresh leaves
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 chiles Jalapeño chopped
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine rice
  • ¼ cup Onion diced
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 2 cups Chicken stock
  • 1 cup Frozen peas

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium pot
  • blender
  • grill or oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful marinade. Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade and cover the bowl. Refrigerate for at least one hour, or even better, overnight to allow flavors to penetrate.
  2. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it for 30 minutes. In a medium pot, heat a splash of oil and sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant. Add the drained rice, turmeric, and salt, stirring for about 2 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken stock into the pot with the rice, bringing it to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Gently fold in the frozen peas, cover again, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high or oven to 450°F. Grill the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until it reaches 165°F. If baking, place on a lined baking sheet and cook for approximately 30 minutes.
  5. In a blender, combine cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, and chopped jalapeños. Pulse until smooth, tasting and adjusting seasoning as required.
  6. To serve, fluff the rice and divide among plates. Top each serving with slices of chicken and drizzle with green sauce. Optionally, serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.

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