Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Marinade
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1.5-2 pounds chicken thighs, breasts, or any cut
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2-3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons lime juice or white vinegar
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2 tablespoons oil of choice
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Green Sauce
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup sour cream
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2 whole jalapeño chiles, roughly chopped
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2 cloves garlic
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
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Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Peruvian Yellow Rice
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1 cup jasmine rice
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1 tablespoon butter or oil
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¼ cup onion, diced
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2-3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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¼ teaspoon each: cumin, onion powder, salt, pepper
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2 cups chicken stock
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1 cup frozen peas
# Let's Cook!:
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In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients for the chicken marinade and mix to combine. Reserve about ¼ of the mixture and set aside. Add in the chicken and mix until fully coated. Place in the fridge to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium-high, or preheat oven to 450ºF. This would also be a good time to make rice, if serving with rice.
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To Grill Chicken: Grill the chicken on both sides for at least 5-7 minutes per side (will vary depending on the cut of chicken) or until cooked through to 165ºF. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through. OR To Bake Chicken: Place the chicken on a foil-lined sheet pan and bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165ºF. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through.
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Wash rice until water runs clear. Soak for 10-15 minutes then drain water. Sauté shallot and garlic in a pot with butter until soft. Add the rice and seasoning to the pot and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in frozen peas, cover with lid and rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
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Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a blender and pulse for 30 seconds or until creamy. Taste and add salt & pepper.
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Divide rice mixture into serving plates, top with grilled chicken and a drizzle of the green sauce. Enjoy!
# Recipe Notes:
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You can use a whole chicken cut in halves or quarters, skin-on chicken thighs, drumsticks, leg quarters, or chicken breasts. Boneless chicken thighs are another great option!