Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce, a dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty green sauce. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, delivering an unforgettable culinary experience that will impress even the most discerning palates.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 jalapeño (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop cilantro and mince garlic.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add minced garlic; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the rice: Stir in the long-grain rice and chicken broth, scraping the pan's bottom to release browned bits. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Make the green sauce: Blend cilantro, lime juice, sour cream or yogurt, jalapeño (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve: Fluff rice with a fork and serve alongside chicken drizzled with green sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 472
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg