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Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce

Tangy Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce Delight

This Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant dish that transforms any ordinary dinner into a culinary adventure.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1.5-2 pounds Chicken Versatile cuts like thighs or breasts
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Can substitute with white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Green Sauce
  • 1 cup Cilantro Leaves Parsley can be substituted
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 whole Jalapeño Chiles Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon or Lime Juice
  • Kosher Salt and Pepper To taste
For the Peruvian Yellow Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Oil
  • 0.25 cup Onion Diced
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Grill or oven
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  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 your chicken thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak for 10–15 minutes, then drain. In a medium saucepan, melt butter or heat oil over medium heat, and sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened.
  3. Add the drained rice, turmeric, cumin, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover for 15 minutes.
  4. After cooking, stir in the frozen peas, cover again, and let it rest for another 5 minutes off the heat.
  5. Preheat grill or oven. Cook marinated chicken on the grill for 5–7 minutes per side, or bake for about 30 minutes. Brush with reserved marinade halfway through.
  6. In a blender, combine cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped jalapeños, minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon or lime juice. Blend until smooth, season with salt and pepper as desired.
  7. On a large plate, mound a serving of yellow rice, place a piece of chicken on top, and drizzle generously with the green sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure marination of chicken for at least 1 hour for better flavor infusion. Serve with side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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