Name: Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 4-6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on; 3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 ½ cups jasmine or long-grain rice; 2 ½ cups water or chicken broth; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed; 1 garlic clove; 1 jalapeño or 1 aji amarillo, seeds removed for less heat; 2 tablespoons lime juice; ¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Water, as needed for consistency

Description

Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to Peru. This delightful recipe features juicy, citrus-marinated chicken thighs served over fluffy jasmine rice, all topped with a zesty green sauce made from fresh herbs and garlic. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this meal is not only delicious but also visually appealing.

Ingredients

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4–6 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
3 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ cups jasmine or long-grain rice
2 ½ cups water or chicken broth
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
1 garlic clove
1 jalapeño or 1 aji amarillo, seeds removed for less heat
2 tablespoons lime juice
¼ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Water, as needed for consistency

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Instructions

Marinate the chicken: Mix lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the rice: Rinse jasmine rice under cold water and then cook it in water or chicken broth according to package instructions until tender.
Prepare the green sauce: Blend cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
Sear the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
Assemble: Serve rice on plates topped with chicken and drizzle green sauce on top.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Peruvian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
Calories: 560
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 140mg