Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce
Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that showcases the best of Peruvian cuisine. Juicy boneless chicken thighs are marinated and baked to perfection, served over fluffy white rice, and topped with a zesty green sauce made from fresh cilantro, lime juice, and garlic. This recipe is ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests, offering a delightful combination of comfort and excitement in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 green chili peppers (jalapeños work well)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cloves garlic
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side up in the baking dish.
- Rinse the rice under cold water, then combine it with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- In a blender, combine cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, mayonnaise, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve the chicken over rice and drizzle generously with green sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 135mg