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Peruvian Chicken and Rice

Peruvian Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful Homemade Delight

Experience a burst of flavors with this Peruvian Chicken and Rice dish, featuring citrus-marinated chicken served over fluffy jasmine rice and zesty green sauce.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lime juice fresh
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for more flavor
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or chicken breasts
For the Rice
  • 1 cup jasmine rice or basmati rice
For the Green Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro or parsley
  • 1 piece jalapeño omit for less spice
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt or vegan mayo
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • blender or food processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Whisk well to create marinade. Add chicken, cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Rinse jasmine rice under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. In a blender, combine cilantro, minced garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, mayo or yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adjusting thickness if needed.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, and sear marinated chicken thighs for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Fluff cooked jasmine rice and serve with seared chicken on top. Drizzle with green sauce and garnish with cilantro, lime, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinating overnight enhances the flavors. Rinsing rice ensures fluffiness. Adjust spice in green sauce to your taste.

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