Description
A vibrant dish featuring marinated chicken with a zesty, herb-infused creamy green sauce that turns any meal into a celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (packed)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 jalapeños (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by whisking together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Coat chicken pieces thoroughly, cover, and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper and place a wire rack on top. Arrange marinated chicken pieces skin-side up on the rack.
- Roast the chicken for 40–45 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the skin is golden and crispy. Broil for an extra char if desired.
- While the chicken roasts, blend together mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, parsley, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes before serving hot with the creamy green sauce.
Notes
Feel free to swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option or use chicken breasts if you prefer white meat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Peruvian chicken, creamy sauce, weeknight dinner, family meal, grilled chicken