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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce

7 Reasons to Love Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its rich flavors and colorful presentation. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken served atop fluffy yellow rice, all drizzled with a zesty green sauce made from fresh herbs and creamy ingredients. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish not only pleases the palate but also adds a pop of color to your table. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it’s a fantastic choice for anyone looking to impress guests or enjoy a comforting meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5–2 pounds chicken (thighs, breasts, or any cut)
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or white vinegar
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons oil (any kind)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 jalapeño chiles, roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil
  • ¼ cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice (or vinegar), oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Reserve some marinade and coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
  2. Cook the chicken using either grilling or baking methods until it reaches an internal temperature of 165ºF.
  3. Prepare the yellow rice by sautéing onion and garlic in butter, then adding rinsed jasmine rice along with spices and chicken stock. Cover and cook until fluffy.
  4. Blend cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeños, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth to make the green sauce.
  5. Serve the rice topped with chicken and drizzled generously with green sauce.

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