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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Zesty Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce You'll Crave Daily

Discover the flavorful Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce that will elevate your meals and bring friends together.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 5 cloves Fresh garlic
  • 1/3 cup Soy sauce Use low-sodium for a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup Lime juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil Avocado oil can be substituted.
  • 2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for a unique twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano Fresh oregano can also be used.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground.
For the Aji Verde Sauce
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Adjust according to spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves Essential for flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Green onions Can swap with regular onions.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be substituted.
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt Can use cream cheese for richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground.
  • 1/4 cup Additional olive oil

Equipment

  • blender
  • Grill or Oven
  • Zip-top bag
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a blender, combine garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a zip-top bag with chicken thighs, seal, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
Prepare the Aji Verde Sauce
  1. Blend jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Drizzle in olive oil while blending to emulsify.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F) or oven to 500°F. Cook chicken on grill for 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. For oven, cook for about 30 minutes.
Serve the Chicken
  1. Once cooked, let chicken rest a few minutes, then slice and drizzle generously with Aji Verde sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 8 hours for best flavor. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F.

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