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Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce: A Flavorful Latin American Classic


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  • Author: Lilly
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Peruvian Chicken & Rice is a flavorful and comforting dish packed with spices, tender chicken, and fragrant rice. Served with a vibrant and zesty green sauce, this dish brings a taste of Peru straight to your kitchen!


Ingredients

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For the Chicken & Rice:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime

For the Green Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, packed
  • 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:

    • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
    • Season chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika.
    • Sear the chicken, skin-side down, for about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Cook the Rice:

    • In the same skillet, add onion and cook until softened.
    • Stir in garlic, jasmine rice, turmeric, and toast for 1-2 minutes.
    • Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
    • Nestle the chicken back into the pan, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
    • Add peas and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and lime juice.
  • Make the Green Sauce:

    • In a blender, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, vinegar, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  • Serve:

    • Plate the chicken and rice, drizzle with green sauce, and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • The green sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • For extra heat, keep some jalapeño seeds in the sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Peruvian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg