Peruvian Chicken Green Sauce (Print Version)
Marinated chicken with cumin, lime and herbs, served with a vibrant, creamy cilantro-jalapeño sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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5 cloves garlic, peeled
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1/3 cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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2 teaspoons ground cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Green Sauce
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3 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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2 green onions, chopped (green parts only)
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2 cloves garlic, peeled
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup Greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
# Directions:
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Puree garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and a pinch of black pepper in a blender.
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Place chicken in a large ziploc bag and add the marinade. Refrigerate and marinate for 8 to 24 hours.
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Combine all green sauce ingredients except the olive oil in a blender and process until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 350°F). Remove chicken from marinade and shake off any excess. Place on grill grates, cooking for 5-6 minutes on each side with the grill cover closed, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Preheat oven to 500°F. Place chicken in a 13×9 inch roasting pan with 1 cup of water. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes. Tent pan with foil and bake an additional 15 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
# Notes:
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For best results, allow chicken to marinate for the maximum recommended time to enhance flavor.