Peruvian Chicken Thighs with Green Cilantro Sauce
Peruvian Chicken Thighs with Green Cilantro Sauce is a simple and flavorful recipe that is perfect for both busy weeknights and meal prep. The bold spices and creamy sauce create a balanced and satisfying dish. Try this recipe and share it with friends and family who enjoy easy and delicious meals.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp white sugar
- Juice from 1 lime
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp oregano dried or fresh
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
For the Green Cilantro Sauce
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 jalapeno
- Juice from half a lime
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, sugar, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, chili powder, olive oil, salt, and pepper.2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp white sugar, Juice from 1 lime, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 4 cloves garlic minced, 1 tsp oregano dried or fresh, 2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and mix until fully coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and slightly charred on the edges.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the cilantro sauce. Add the red wine vinegar, mayonnaise, jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 jalapeno, Juice from half a lime, 2 cloves garlic, 1 cup fresh cilantro
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the chicken with a generous drizzle of green cilantro sauce.
Notes
✔️ Marinate the chicken longer for deeper flavor, at least 4 hours and up to 36 hours.
✔️ Use fresh lime juice for the best brightness.
✔️ Adjust the amount of jalapeno in the sauce to control the spice level and blend the sauce until completely smooth for the best texture.
✔️ Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and let it rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking and before serving.
✔️ Use fresh lime juice for the best brightness.
✔️ Adjust the amount of jalapeno in the sauce to control the spice level and blend the sauce until completely smooth for the best texture.
✔️ Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and let it rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking and before serving.
