Description
Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant dish that combines juicy marinated chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty green sauce for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Fresh cilantro
- Garlic
- Lime juice
- Long-grain rice
- Green bell peppers
- Chicken broth
- Paprika
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the marinated chicken thighs until golden brown (5–7 minutes per side).
- In another pot, sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add long-grain rice and toast slightly before adding chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat and cook for 18 minutes.
- Prepare the green sauce by blending fresh cilantro, garlic, lime juice, green bell peppers, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
- Serve sliced chicken over fluffy rice and drizzle generously with green sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and simmering
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken for up to two hours. - You can substitute long-grain rice with brown rice or quinoa for added nutrition. - Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or carrots for extra color and nutrients.