Description
Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Peru right to your dining table. Juicy, marinated chicken rests on a fluffy bed of rice, all topped with a zesty green sauce bursting with fresh herbs and citrus notes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish not only satisfies but also creates memorable moments with family and friends. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, diced (adjust for spice level)
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- Additional lime juice (to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by combining lime juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, salt, pepper, and jalapeño in a bowl. Add chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook rice by sautéing garlic in olive oil then adding rinsed rice, chicken broth, salt, peppercorns, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then simmer until liquid is absorbed.
- Sear marinated chicken in a hot skillet until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side) until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the green sauce by blending sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño, and seasoning until smooth.
- Serve sliced chicken over fluffy rice with a generous drizzle of green sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing, Blending
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg