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Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde & Cilantro-Lime Rice

Juicy, spice-rubbed Peruvian-style chicken served with creamy aji verde sauce and fresh cilantro-lime rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Peruvian-Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Season and marinate chicken.
  2. Roast chicken until golden and cooked through.
  3. Blend aji verde sauce ingredients until smooth.
  4. Cook rice and finish with lime and cilantro.
  5. Serve chicken with sauce and rice.

Notes

Serve extra aji verde on the side.