Description
Peruvian Chicken with Creamy Green Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the taste of South America right to your table. Succulent chicken breasts are marinated and baked until tender, then drizzled with a rich green sauce made from fresh cilantro, garlic, and Greek yogurt. This delightful recipe is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, making it a versatile favorite that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1–2 serrano peppers
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a small bowl, mix salt, pepper, and cumin. Rub this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
- While the chicken bakes, blend cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, and serrano peppers until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest before slicing and serve drizzled with the creamy green sauce.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least four hours or overnight for enhanced flavor.
Substitute serrano peppers with jalapeños for milder heat or use additional spices to customize flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg