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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce

Juicy Peruvian-style chicken served over fragrant yellow rice and topped with creamy, spicy green sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Latin, Peruvian
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or drumsticks bone-in, skin-on
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar or lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
Rice
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
Green Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1-2 jalapeños seeded
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan with lid
  • Blender or Food Processor

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken with garlic, spices, soy sauce, oil, and vinegar for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Roast chicken at 425°F (220°C) for 35–45 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic, toast rice, add broth and spices, then simmer until fluffy.
  4. Blend all green sauce ingredients until smooth and vibrant.
  5. Serve chicken over rice and drizzle generously with green sauce.

Notes

Green sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored refrigerated.