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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Savory Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce You’ll Love

This Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce is a flavorful dish that captures the essence of Peru for a satisfying meal.
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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: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs Or substitute with chicken breasts, legs, or wings.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Coconut aminos can replace for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Brightens the dish.
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Essential for marinating.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Provides warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds mild sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Enhances seasoning.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Aji Verde Sauce
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Essential for authenticity.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Adds mild onion flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use Greek yogurt for a tangy variant.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt For added creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Amplifies flavors.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Ziplock Bag
  • grill
  • Oven
  • Air Fryer
  • roasting pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  3. In a clean blender, combine jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  4. Drizzle in olive oil while blending to create a smooth Aji Verde sauce. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cooking
  1. For grilling, preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  2. For roasting, preheat the oven to 500°F, place chicken in a roasting pan with water, bake uncovered for 30 minutes, then cover for 15.
  3. For air frying, preheat to 360°F. Cook the chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  4. Let the chicken rest before slicing and serve with Aji Verde sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for full flavor absorption. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F.

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