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Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce: A Flavorful Delight!


  • Author: [email protected]
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and vibrant dish featuring tender chicken served over flavorful rice, complemented by a zesty green sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 cups of rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup of cilantro
  • 1/4 cup of parsley
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and brown the chicken on both sides.
  3. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add the rice and stir for a couple of minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender.
  7. While the chicken and rice are cooking, prepare the green sauce by blending cilantro, parsley, jalapeño, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  8. Serve the chicken over the rice and drizzle with the green sauce.

Notes

  • For a spicier sauce, leave some seeds in the jalapeño.
  • This dish can be made with chicken breasts if preferred.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Peruvian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Peruvian Chicken, Rice, Green Sauce, Flavorful Dish