Description
This Peruvian-style roast chicken is bursting with flavor from a zesty marinade and served with a vibrant green sauce that adds a delicious kick to every bite. A perfect dish for a special dinner or weekend meal!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice, from 2 limes
- 4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 4-pound whole chicken
For the Green Sauce
- 3 jalapeño chili peppers, seeded if desired
- 1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- For the Chicken: Combine all marinade ingredients, prepare chicken, marinate, and roast.
- For the Green Sauce: Blend all sauce ingredients, drizzle in olive oil, and refrigerate.
Notes
- Be cautious when handling hot peppers and avoid touching your eyes.
- Nutritional information excludes the green sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
