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Peruvian Chicken Rice Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken Rice Green Sauce: 7 Flavor-Packed Steps


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful dish of chicken served with rice and a vibrant green sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 4 cups of chicken broth
  • 1 bunch of cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 1/2 cup of olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon of lime juice
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice in chicken broth until tender.
  2. In a blender, combine cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. Season the chicken pieces with salt.
  4. In a large pan, cook the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. Serve the chicken over rice and drizzle the green sauce on top.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the green sauce for a few hours before cooking.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Peruvian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Peruvian Chicken Rice Green Sauce