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Pollo a la Brasa (Peruvian Chicken Recipe)

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Peruvian

Description

Pollo a la Brasa is a flavorful Peruvian chicken recipe marinated in a blend of garlic, cumin, paprika, and more. Serve with a zesty Peruvian green sauce and a refreshing avocado cucumber tomato salad for a delicious meal.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 1/22 pounds chicken (thighs or breast, boneless, skinless)

Marinade:

  • 4 garlic cloves- finely minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey, agave or sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or sub thyme or marjoram
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)

Peruvian Green Sauce (Aji Verde):

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or mayo
  • 1/2 jalapeño
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • a squeeze of lime

Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad:

  • 2 cups diced or sliced cucumber
  • 12 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • cilantro leaves for garnishing
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • kosher salt
  • squeeze of lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, mix garlic, olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, paprika, coriander, oregano, salt, and soy sauce. Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  2. Make Peruvian Green Sauce: Blend sour cream, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, salt, and lime until smooth.
  3. Prepare Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad: Combine cucumber, avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and lime juice.
  4. Cook Chicken: Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Serve with green sauce and salad.

Notes

  • You can use portobellos as a chicken substitute for a vegetarian option.
  • Adjust jalapeño amount in green sauce for desired spiciness level.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg