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Peruvian Chicken Recipe

Peruvian Chicken Recipe
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Enjoy the flavors of Peru with this delicious Peruvian Chicken recipe. Juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled to perfection and served with a zesty green sauce.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 5 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Green Sauce:

  • 3 jalapeños (seeded, ribs removed and roughly chopped)
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 green onions (green parts only, chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade – In a blender, combine garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and a pinch of black pepper. Puree until smooth to form the marinade.
  2. Marinate the Chicken – Place the chicken thighs in a large ziplock bag. Pour in the marinade, seal the bag, and massage the chicken to coat evenly. Refrigerate and marinate for 8 to 24 hours for best flavor.
  3. Make the Green Sauce – In a blender, combine all green sauce ingredients except for the olive oil. Blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until emulsified. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate until serving.
  4. Grill the Chicken – Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 350°F). Remove chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess. Place chicken on the grill and cook, covered, for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and juices run clear. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
  5. Or Bake the Chicken – Preheat the oven to 500°F. Arrange the marinated chicken pieces in a 13×9 inch roasting pan and add 1 cup water to the pan. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Then, tent with foil and bake for another 15 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F).
  6. Serve – Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes, then slice if desired. Serve hot alongside the chilled green sauce.

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Keywords: Peruvian Chicken, Grilled Chicken, Green Sauce, Peruvian Recipe

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