Juicy Peruvian Chicken and Rice with 5-Star Green Sauce Delight
Experience the rich flavors of Juicy Peruvian Chicken and Rice paired with a vibrant 5-Star Green Sauce that transforms your meal into a culinary delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Peruvian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Season chicken with cumin and paprika, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Stir in the rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- You can adjust the amount of lime juice to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Juicy Peruvian Chicken, Rice, Green Sauce