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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce: A Flavorful Feast

Experience the vibrant flavors of Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce, a dish that transforms gatherings into festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 360
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 4 cloves Garlic more if you love garlic
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin or coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano fresh is better if available
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Creamy Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
  • 2 medium Jalapeños seeds removed for less heat
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves or parsley
  • 2 stalks Green Onions can be skipped
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or avocado/yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or regular yogurt/sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Blender
  • Grill
  • airtight container

Method
 

Marinating and Preparation
  1. Blend garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth. Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.
  2. In a blender, combine jalapeños, cilantro leaves, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, then add olive oil gradually while blending until combined. Chill the sauce.
Cooking
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 350°F). Remove excess marinade from chicken thighs and grill each side for 5-6 minutes, until charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Serving
  1. Remove chicken from grill, allow resting for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the chilled green sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken a day in advance and prepare the green sauce a few hours ahead of serving.

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