Description
Experience the comforting flavors of Peruvian Chicken & Rice with Green Sauce, a dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. Juicy, golden-brown chicken rests on a bed of fluffy rice, enhanced by a vibrant green sauce made from fresh cilantro and zesty lime juice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for meal prep or special occasions, delivering bold flavors that will impress your guests without the stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 green chili peppers (adjust for spice preference)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
- In a separate pot, combine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover until all liquid is absorbed (15-20 minutes).
- In a blender, combine cilantro, garlic, green chili peppers, lime juice, salt, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Once the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F), slice it and serve over fluffy rice drizzled with green sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg