Description
Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce is a vibrant culinary masterpiece that brings the heart of Peru to your table. This dish features juicy boneless chicken breasts marinated in aromatic spices, served atop fluffy long-grain rice and topped with a zesty green sauce made from fresh cilantro, garlic, and lime. The bright colors and bold flavors create an unforgettable dining experience, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With minimal prep time and simple cooking steps, you can whip up this delightful meal in under an hour. Savor the authentic taste of Latin American cuisine while impressing your friends and family with this easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 2 limes
- 3 cloves garlic
- ½ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; finely chop cilantro and garlic.
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil, add rice and salt, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Blend cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil until smooth to make the green sauce.
- Serve rice topped with sliced chicken and drizzle with green sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours before cooking. - Substitute parsley for cilantro if preferred. - Add chili flakes for extra heat in the green sauce.