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Peruvian Chicken and Rice with Green Sauce

Juicy spiced chicken served over golden rice with a creamy, vibrant Peruvian green sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Latin American, Peruvian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 lb chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Rice
  • 1.5 cups long-grain rice rinsed
  • 3 cups chicken broth
Green Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup sour cream

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium pot
  • Blender or food processor
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Season and marinate chicken with spices and lime juice.
  2. Sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Toast rice with garlic and spices, then simmer in broth until tender.
  4. Blend all green sauce ingredients until smooth.
  5. Serve chicken over rice with green sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

Adjust spice level of green sauce by adding or reducing jalapeños.