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Peruvian Grilled Chicken with Green Sauce
Faiza Shabir

Peruvian Grilled Chicken with Green Sauce

This Peruvian Grilled Chicken is smoky, juicy, and packed with bold spices, served with a vibrant and creamy green sauce. It’s a flavor-loaded dish perfect for grilling nights or a special homemade meal. Fresh, zesty, and incredibly satisfying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • For Green Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 small jalapeño optional
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, lime juice, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper
  2. Coat chicken with marinade and let sit for 15–30 minutes
  3. Preheat grill to medium heat
  4. Grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through
  5. Blend all green sauce ingredients until smooth
  6. Let chicken rest for a few minutes
  7. Serve with green sauce on top or on the side

Notes

  • Marinate longer for a deeper flavor
  • Adjust spice level with jalapeño
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results
  • Serve with rice or salad
  • Best enjoyed fresh off the grill

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