Description
Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce is a flavor-packed dish that brings the vibrant taste of Peru right to your table. This succulent chicken, marinated in fresh herbs and zesty lime juice, is paired with a creamy green sauce that adds a delightful kick. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeds removed
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a blender, combine garlic, lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño, sour cream, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
- Transfer marinated chicken to the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with extra green sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg