Peruvian Chicken ( Pollo a la Brasa) Recipe w/ Aji Verde

Name: Peruvian Chicken ( Pollo a la Brasa) Recipe w/ Aji Verde
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American, Latin American
Ingredients: 1 ½ -2 pounds chicken (thigh or breast, boneless, skinless- see notes) Or substitute portobellos!; 4 garlic cloves- finely minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 teaspoons honey, agave or sugar; 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika or smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1 teaspoon dried oregano ( or 1 tablespoon fresh) or sub thyme or marjoram; 1 ½ teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon soy sauce ( optional); ½ cup sour cream or mayo (see notes for vegan option); ½ jalapeño (use less for less spicy); 1 garlic clove; 1 cup chopped cilantro- thin stems ok; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; a squeeze of lime ( 1 tablespoon, save other half for salad); 2 cups diced or sliced English or Turkish cucumber; 1-2 perfectly ripe avocados, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes ( yellow and red are nice ); cilantro leaves for garnishing; olive oil for drizzling; generous, 5 finger pinch kosher salt; squeeze of lime

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:25min

A simple recipe for Peruvian Chicken with spicy Peruvian Green Sauce is bursting with flavor and can be made with either chicken or portobellos (a tasty vegetarian option) or both for mixed households. Served with Spicy Cilantro Sauce, Avocado Cucumber & Tomato Salad and optional rice, these can be made into individual Bowls, or served separately.

Updated at: Thu, 08 Jun 2023 19:51:33 GMT