Description
A delicious and flavorful chicken dish marinated with spices and served with a creamy green sauce.
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
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably 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 the marinated chicken skin-side up on the rack.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is golden and crispy. Optionally, broil for an additional 3 minutes.
- While the chicken roasts, prepare the creamy green sauce by blending mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, parsley, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, and salt until smooth.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with the creamy green sauce on the side.
Notes
Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for 3–4 days. The creamy green sauce can be stored similarly. For longer storage, freeze the chicken for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 240 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Peruvian chicken, creamy green sauce, marinated chicken, family dinner recipes, easy chicken recipes