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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

This Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce is an easy recipe that brings vibrant flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts lean protein that absorbs flavors beautifully when marinated
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced adds aromatic depth
  • 1/4 cup olive oil helps to tenderize the chicken
  • 2 limes juice brightens up the dish
  • 1 tsp salt essential for amplifying flavors
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper complements the zest of the lime
For the Green Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves contributes vibrant color and unique taste
  • 2 pieces jalapeño peppers, seeds removed provides mild heat
  • 1 lime juice enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt offers creaminess
  • 1/2 tsp salt rounds out flavors
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper adds a hint of warmth

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • blender
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the chicken breasts to the mixture, ensuring they’re well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick spray.
  3. Bake the marinated chicken in the prepared baking dish for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Blend the green sauce by combining cilantro, jalapeños, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  5. Rest the cooked chicken for five minutes before slicing. Serve with the vibrant green sauce drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with extra cilantro leaves for a fresh touch.

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