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Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce: A Comforting Classic

This Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce is a family favorite, featuring tender chicken, fluffy rice, and zesty green sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5-2 pounds Chicken can be thighs, breasts, or a mix for added flavor
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic, minced adds depth of flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or White Vinegar provides acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Oil olive oil or vegetable oil recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cumin adds earthy warmth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika introduces smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt essential for flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adds mild heat
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice base of the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Butter or Oil for sautéing the rice
  • 1/4 cup Onion, diced adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric gives yellow color
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock infuses rice with flavor
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas adds color and nutrition
For the Green Sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro key ingredient for the sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise base for a creamy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream adds creaminess
  • 2 Jalapeño Chiles, chopped adds heat

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • blender

Method
 

Marination and Cooking
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lime juice, oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or your oven to 450°F. Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper if using the oven.
  3. Cook the marinated chicken on the grill for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or bake for approximately 30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. While the chicken cooks, rinse and soak the jasmine rice for 20 minutes. In a medium saucepan, melt butter or oil, sauté onion and garlic until soft, add soaked rice, turmeric, and chicken stock, then bring to boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for another 5-10 minutes before stirring in the frozen peas.
  6. In a blender, combine cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, and jalapeños. Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. To serve, plate the rice, top with grilled chicken, and drizzle with green sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Adjust spiciness of the sauce to taste and store ingredients separately for meal prep.

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