Description
A flavorful marinated grilled chicken served with a creamy, zesty green sauce that brings the essence of Peru into your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cilantro (packed)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 jalapeño pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well until you have a uniform marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly covered. For the best flavor, let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken is grilling, prepare the creamy green sauce. In a food processor, blend the cilantro, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and jalapeño until smooth.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve it with the creamy green sauce drizzled generously over the top.
Notes
For a milder flavor, skip the jalapeño or replace it with a sweet pepper. Marinate the chicken overnight for deep flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Peruvian, Grilled Chicken, Creamy Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Summer BBQ