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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce: A Flavorful Adventure

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce features marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with zesty aji verde sauce, promising a satisfying bite for everyone.
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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: Chicken
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 2 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or breasts or whole chicken
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh, for the best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin or coriander as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Aji Verde Sauce
  • 2 medium Jalapeños adjust for spice preference
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves or parsley as a milder alternative
  • 3 stalks Green Onions can be omitted
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Grill
  • Ziplock Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender, combine garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a large ziplock bag. Pour marinade over chicken, seal, and refrigerate for 8 to 24 hours.
  3. In a clean blender, blend jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, additional garlic, mayonnaise, yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth, adding olive oil for consistency.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Let chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with aji verde sauce, fresh salad, or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 40gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to marinate for optimal flavor infusion. Use a digital thermometer to check chicken doneness.

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