Ingredients
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- 2 pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 5 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice
- 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Black pepper
- 3 jalapeños (seeded, ribs removed and roughly chopped)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 green onions (chopped (green parts only))
- 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and spices in a bowl.
- Marinate chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight for enhanced flavor.
- For the creamy green sauce, blend jalapeños, cilantro, green onions, garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Grill or bake marinated chicken at medium-high heat until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Let chicken rest before serving with the creamy green sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 110mg