Peruvian Chicken

I don't know a lot about Peruvian food, but this recipe is one of the best ways I have ever had chicken. I only knew chaufa rice as Peruvian cuisine, which I already loved, but this grilled chicken definitely has my whole heart.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Puree garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, oil, cumin, paprika, oregano and a pinch of black pepper in a blender.

Step 2

Put chicken in a large ziploc bag and add marinade. Place in refrigerator and allow to marinate for 8 to 24 hours.

Step 3

For the green sauce: Combine all ingredients except the olive oil in a blender process until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 4

Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 350-degrees). Remove chicken from marinade and shake off any extra marinade. Place on the grill grates. Let chicken cook for 5-6 minutes with the grill cover closed to maintain the heat. Use tongs to flip the chicken thighs. Cook for an additional 5-6 minutes.