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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Zesty Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce for Flavor Lovers

A quick prep marvel featuring marinated chicken thighs served with a creamy, zesty green sauce, perfect for flavor lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 8 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs or boneless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh preferred
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice fresh is best
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin for more flavor
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Green Sauce
  • 2 pcs Jalapeños adjust quantity for spice level
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro or parsley if disliked
  • 2 pcs Green Onions or leeks as substitute
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or vegan mayo
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Grill
  • Ziplock Bag

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a blender, combine fresh garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  2. Place chicken thighs in a ziplock bag, pour in the marinade, seal, and massage to coat. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  3. In another blender, combine jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, more garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, drizzling in olive oil.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F) or oven to 500°F. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
  5. Once cooked, let chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve with green sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for deeper flavor. Adjust jalapeño levels in green sauce for preferred spice. Serve fresh for best flavor.

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