Description
A flavorful Peruvian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken served with seasoned rice and a tangy green sauce made from cilantro, lime, and spices.
Ingredients
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- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 cup water
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, and sauté until softened.
- Add chicken pieces to the pot and season with cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Brown the chicken on all sides.
- Once the chicken is browned, add the rice and stir for a minute to coat it with the spices.
- Add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
- While the chicken and rice are cooking, prepare the green sauce by blending cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, white vinegar, honey, and water until smooth.
- Once the rice and chicken are ready, serve the chicken on top of the rice and drizzle generously with the green sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice for white rice for a healthier version.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add extra chilies.
- The green sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg