Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce
Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. This dish features succulent marinated chicken paired with fluffy jasmine rice and a zesty green sauce made from fresh cilantro and jalapeños. The unique blend of spices not only elevates the chicken but also brings a refreshing brightness to the entire dish. This recipe is easy to prepare, making it accessible for cooks at any skill level. Impress your family and friends with this authentic taste of Peru!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5–2 pounds chicken (thighs or breasts)
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2–3 cloves garlic (for chicken and sauce)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 whole jalapeño chiles
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing garlic, lime juice, oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add chicken and coat well; refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Preheat grill to medium-high or oven to 450°F.
- Cook the marinated chicken on the grill for about 5–7 minutes per side or bake for 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prepare rice: Sauté onion and garlic in butter, add rinsed jasmine rice with seasonings, then pour in chicken stock. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.
- For the green sauce, blend cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeños, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve rice topped with grilled chicken and drizzle generously with green sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg