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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce for Flavor Lovers

This Spicy Peruvian Chicken with Creamy Aji Verde Sauce is a delicious and quick delight to prepare.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 24 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Ideal for a juicy and tender outcome.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic for aromatic depth.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Can substitute with gluten-free soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential spice for warm notes.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can provide extra flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Adds a herbal note.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Season to taste.
For the Creamy Green Sauce (Aji Verde)
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Deseeded for flavor without intense heat.
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro Key ingredient for freshness.
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions Use the green parts for mild flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Gives creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Introduces tanginess.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • blender
  • Grill or Oven
  • Resealable Ziplock Bag

Method
 

Chicken Marinade Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine fresh garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
  2. Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into a resealable ziplock bag. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 24 hours.
Green Sauce Preparation
  1. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the green sauce. In a blender, combine jalapeños, fresh cilantro, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, then slowly add olive oil while blending.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to 500°F. Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge, letting any excess marinade drip off. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 27gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the chicken marinate for the full period (8-24 hours) for maximum flavor absorption. Adjust jalapeños for desired spiciness.

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