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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce

Juicy Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce Delight

A delightful Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce recipe that's quick to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with canola oil.
For the Base
  • 1 medium Onion
  • 1 large Red bell pepper Other colored bell peppers can be used.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Always use fresh garlic.
  • 1.5 cups Long-grain rice Can replace with jasmine or basmati rice.
  • 3 cups Chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Frozen peas Can substitute with fresh peas or corn.
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro Cannot substitute, but parsley works.
For the Aji Verde Sauce
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Adjust for heat.
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayo for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro Adjust based on preference.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • blender
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken by tossing bite-sized chunks with salt, pepper, and cumin.
  2. Cook the seasoned chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the same skillet until onion is translucent.
  4. Add washed rice, then gradually stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Fold in frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  6. Blend jalapeño, mayo, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic for the aji verde sauce until smooth.
  7. Serve the chicken and rice with aji verde drizzle and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a gluten-free option, ensure broth is gluten-free. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor.

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