Description
This Peruvian-Style Roast Chicken with Green Sauce recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a vibrant and zesty green sauce. The marinade infuses the chicken with aromatic spices, creating a mouthwatering meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the chicken:
- 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), spatchcocked or cut into pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lime juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the green sauce (Aji Verde):
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves (packed)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 jalapeño or Aji Amarillo pepper, seeded (use more for extra heat)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional but traditional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, vinegar, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the marinade all over the chicken, including under the skin if possible. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Roast the chicken: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the marinated chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment. Roast for 45–55 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F in the thickest part. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Make the green sauce: While the chicken roasts, combine all sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Serve the roast chicken with generous spoonfuls of the green sauce on the side or drizzled on top.
Notes
- For extra crisp skin, broil the chicken for the last 2–3 minutes of roasting.
- The green sauce keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days and pairs great with grilled meats or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken with sauce
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
