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Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde & Cilantro Rice

Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde & Cilantro Rice
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Experience bold flavors with Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde & Cilantro Rice—an easy recipe perfect for weeknight dinners. Try it today!

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed (stems & leaves)
  • 1–2 jalapeño peppers, seeded (or keep seeds)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Cotija or Parmesan, crumbled
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt (to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for chicken)
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (Jasmine or Basmati)
  • 2 1/2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (for rice)
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt (for rice)
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (for rice)
  • fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the Aji Verde: Blend cilantro, jalapeños, mayonnaise, Cotija or Parmesan cheese, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until mostly smooth. Chill in the fridge.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Marinate chicken cutlets in olive oil and spices. Sear in a hot skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before slicing.
  3. Prepare Cilantro-Lime Rice: Cook rice with water or broth and seasonings in a saucepan until fluffy. Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice.
  4. Assemble: Layer cilantro-lime rice in bowls, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle Aji Verde over the top.

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