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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines marinated chicken, aromatic jasmine rice, and a zesty green sauce made from fresh cilantro and jalapeños. This recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, bringing the bold tastes of Peru right to your table. The grilled or baked chicken is tender and juicy, while the creamy green sauce adds a delightful kick. Serve it over fluffy rice for a complete meal that your family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5–2 pounds chicken (thighs or breasts)
  • 2–3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons oil of choice
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 whole jalapeño chiles (roughly chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tbsp butter/oil
  • 1/4 cup onion (diced)
  • 2–3 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp EACH cumin, onion powder, salt, pepper
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing together garlic, lime juice, oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high or oven to 450ºF.
  3. Grill each piece of chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or bake for about 30 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Rinse jasmine rice until water runs clear and cook with sautéed onion, garlic, turmeric, spices, and chicken stock; add peas towards the end.
  5. Blend cilantro, mayonnaise, jalapeños, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the green sauce.
  6. Serve the rice topped with grilled chicken slices and drizzle with green sauce.

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