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Delicious Peruvian grilled chicken with creamy green sauce on a plate

Peruvian Grilled Chicken with Creamy Green Sauce

A deliciously vibrant experience that combines the smoky flavor of perfectly grilled chicken with a luscious, creamy green sauce, perfect for any dinner party.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breast fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Creamy Green Sauce
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1 piece jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 piece Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
Grilling
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
Making the Sauce
  1. For the creamy green sauce, blend together mayonnaise, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
Serving
  1. Serve the grilled chicken with the creamy green sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, seal the chicken and sauce separately in freezer-safe bags for up to 2 months.