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Peruvian Spiced Chicken Thighs

Last Updated on August 22, 2018

Makes 4 Servings
Hands-On Time: 15 Minutes
Total Preparation Time: 1 Hour 20 Minutes

3/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium, if you prefer)
3 tablespooons distilled white vinegar
1  1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1  1/2 teaspoons hot paprika
3/4 teaspoons dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon  cayenne pepper
6 cloves garlic
12 small bone-in chicken thighs with skin (about 4 pounds)
Green Sauce (recipe follows)

Suggested Accompaniments
Organic red quinoa
Steamed corn rounds

Combine the cilantro, soy sauce, vinegar, vegetable oil, cumin, paprika, oregano, and the desired amount of cayenne in a blender; press in the garlic (about 2 tablespoons) and puree for the marinade. Combine the marinade and the chicken in a resealable plastic bag and set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes, turning the bag once.

Place an oven rack on the top shelf of the oven and preheat the oven to 450°F. Drain the chicken, discarding the marinade, and pat the chicken dry. Arrange the chicken on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Roast for 20 to 30 minutes, or until crispy and cooked through. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving (Reserve 4 baked thighs for Chicken Tomatillo Salsa Nachos.) Top each portion with green sauce.

Green Sauce: Combine 3 large scallions, trimmed and halved, 1/4 cup sliced Serrano chile with seeds and ribs, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 oz crumbled goat cheese (1/2 cup), 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup half-and half in a blender and puree until smooth.

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5 Responses to Peruvian Spiced Chicken Thighs


  1. Van nguyen says:

    I like to watch your videos and will follow yr
    Recipes

  2. Leticia Estrella says:

    Love the Peruvian spiced chicken

  3. Sara Goverman says:

    I not a fan of goat cheese. Could I use yogurt or sour cream or? Instead of the goat cheese in the green sauce for the Peruvian chicken thighs?
    PS- love your show!

  4. Joanne Waltenburg says:

    I have made these several times and threw in some cilantro with the shallots. It DEFINITELY is a favorite of ours. Easy to vary the intensity of the heat.

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