Description
Peruvian Roasted Chicken With Spicy Cilantro Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for spring gatherings. This succulent whole chicken is roasted to perfection, resulting in crispy skin and tender meat. Paired with a zesty cilantro sauce, it offers a delightful kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this recipe serves as an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (4–5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 jalapeño peppers (seeds removed for milder heat)
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, and paprika. Rub the mixture all over the chicken.
- Place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until golden brown and juices run clear.
- While the chicken roasts, blend cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, salt, and olive oil until smooth to create the spicy sauce.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken; it should reach at least 165°F (75°C). Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Serve with drizzles of spicy cilantro sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of whole chicken (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg