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Spicy Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde Sauce

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Peruvian
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons aji rocoto
  • Juice of 1 lemon about 3 tablespoons
  • 4 garlic cloves grated on a micoplane
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon hot hungarian paprika for less spice, use regular paprika or smoked paprika instead
  • 1 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Aji Verde Sauce

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl or dish, combine all ingredients except for the chicken and Aji Verde Sauce
  • Pound chicken breasts slightly with a mallet, not to flatten, but to tenderize. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. Marinate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours (the longer the better).

Roasting Instructions:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°F.
  • Take the marinated chicken out of the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before cooking. Place on a parchment lined sheet pan and roast for 18 minutes. Then turn oven to broil and cook for another 3-5 minutes until charred and completely cooked through, watching closely to make sure it doesn't burn.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter and serve with the Aji Verde Sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Grilling Instructions:

  • Preheat grill or grill pan to medium high and grease with neutral oil.
  • Add chicken and grill, basting with reserved marinade, until cooked through, about 6 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to a platter and serve with the Aji Verde Sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Notes

Storage and Reheating: Chicken can be kept for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. Serve chilled, if preferred, or reheat in an oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Keyword aji, chicken, easy, green sauce, Spicy
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