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Delicious Peruvian Chicken and Rice served with green sauce, garnished with cilantro
Alyssa

Peruvian Chicken and Rice

A flavorful dish of marinated chicken served over well-seasoned rice with a creamy green sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 655

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5-2 pounds chicken (thighs, breasts, or any cut) see notes
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or white vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons oil of choice
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 whole jalapeño chiles roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 1 tablespoon butter or oil
  • 1/4 cup onion diced
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, add all the ingredients for the chicken marinade and mix to combine. Reserve about 1/4 of the mixture and set aside. Add in the chicken and mix until fully coated. Place in the fridge to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high, or preheat oven to 450°F. This would also be a good time to make rice, if serving with rice.
  3. Grill the chicken on both sides for at least 5-7 minutes per side or until cooked through to 165°F. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through.
  4. Place the chicken on a foil-lined sheet pan and bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Brush with the reserved marinade halfway through.
  5. Wash rice until water runs clear. Soak for 10-15 minutes then drain water. Sauté shallot and garlic in a pot with butter until soft. Add the rice and seasoning to the pot and stir for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil, then cover with lid and reduce heat to low. Cook on low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in frozen peas, cover and rest for 5-10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  6. Add all the ingredients for the sauce to a blender and pulse for 30 seconds or until creamy. Taste and add salt & pepper.
  7. Divide rice mixture into serving plates, top with grilled chicken and a drizzle of the green sauce. Enjoy!

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spice with jalapeños based on your preference.