Peruvian Chicken: Juicy Flavor with a Homestyle Twist
Enjoy the delicious taste of Peruvian chicken with a homestyle twist. This recipe ensures your meal is both flavorful and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it’s well coated.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and bake for 1 hour or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve with a side of rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Peruvian Chicken, Homestyle Recipe, Roast Chicken