Peruvian Chicken and Green Sauce (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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1.5-2 pounds chicken thighs, breasts, or preferred 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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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Green Sauce
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 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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1/4 cup onion, diced
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2-3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 teaspoon turmeric
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1/4 teaspoon cumin
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 cups chicken stock
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1 cup frozen peas
# Steps to Follow:
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In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients for the chicken marinade. Reserve 1/4 of the mixture and set aside. Add chicken to the bowl and mix to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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When ready, preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 450°F. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or bake on a foil-lined sheet pan for 30 minutes, until cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F. Brush chicken with the reserved marinade halfway through cooking.
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Wash rice until water runs clear and soak for 10-15 minutes. Sauté onion and garlic in a pot with butter until soft. Add rice and seasonings, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant. Add chicken stock, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes. Stir in frozen peas, cover, and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
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Blend all green sauce ingredients in a blender for 30 seconds until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
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Portion rice onto plates, top with grilled chicken, and drizzle with green sauce. Serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Marinating the chicken overnight enhances flavor.
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Wash rice thoroughly to ensure proper texture.