Best 4 Peruvian Style Roast Chicken With Potatoes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Peru with our authentic Peruvian-Style Roast Chicken with Potatoes recipe. This traditional dish, known as "Pollo a la Brasa," is a beloved staple in Peruvian cuisine, capturing the essence of Peruvian flavors and culinary heritage.

Our recipe takes you step-by-step through the process of creating this flavorful dish. From selecting the perfect chicken and preparing the aromatic marinade to roasting the chicken to perfection, we provide detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure success.

But that's not all! We also include a delightful array of complementary recipes to complete your Peruvian feast. Prepare fluffy and flavorful Peruvian Yellow Potatoes with Ají Amarillo Sauce, a vibrant and tangy accompaniment that perfectly complements the roasted chicken.

For a refreshing and flavorful side, try our Peruvian-Style Salsa Criolla, a vibrant blend of red onions, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice. Add a touch of heat with our Ají Amarillo Hot Sauce, made from the Peruvian yellow chili pepper, providing a spicy kick to your meal.

And to satisfy your sweet cravings, indulge in our Arroz con Leche, a creamy and comforting Peruvian rice pudding infused with cinnamon and vanilla.

With our comprehensive guide, you'll have everything you need to create an unforgettable Peruvian-inspired meal that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Lima. So gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PERUVIAN-STYLE ROAST CHICKEN WITH GREEN SAUCE



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Tender and juicy Peruvian-style roast chicken with a spicy, luscious green sauce.

Provided by Jennifer Segal (Green Sauce adapted from The Serious Eats Food Lab by J. Kenji López-Alt)

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup lime juice, from 2 limes
4 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons sugar
4 pound whole chicken
3 jalapeño chili peppers, seeded if desired (I use about half the seeds for a medium-hot sauce), and roughly chopped (see note)
1 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's
¼ cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, from one lime
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients except the chicken in a blender or mini food processor, and blend until smooth. Remove the giblets from the inside of the chicken and pat the outside of the chicken dry with paper towels; place in a bowl, breast side up with the legs facing you. Using the handle of a wooden spoon or your fingers, loosen the skin from the flesh over the breasts and legs, being careful not to tear the skin or push all the way through (you want the marinade to stay inside the bird). Spoon about ⅔ of the marinade evenly underneath the skin, and spread the remaining ⅓ evenly over the skin. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Adjust the oven rack to the lower-middle position, and preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Line a roasting pan with aluminum foil for easy clean-up. Spray a rack (preferably a v-shape) with non-stick cooking spray and place the chicken on top. Tie the legs together with kitchen string. Roast for 20 minutes, until the skin is golden. Turn the heat down to 375 degrees, and continue to roast for about an hour and ten minutes more, or until the juices run clear when you cut between the leg and thigh. (Keep an eye on it -- if it's browning too quickly, cover it loosely with foil.) Tent the chicken with foil and let rest for about 20 minutes. Tilt the chicken over the roasting pan to release the juices, then transfer to a cutting board. Carve the chicken and serve with green sauce.
  • Combine all of the ingredients except the olive oil in a blender or food processor and blend into a smooth sauce. With the motor running, open lid and slowly drizzle in olive oil. It will seem very runny at this point but, don't worry, it will thicken up as it sits. Transfer the sauce to a bowl, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Note: Be sure to wash your hands well after handling hot peppers, and do not touch your eyes while working with them.
  • Note: The nutritional information does not include the green sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614, Fat 43 g, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 49 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sugar 3 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 694 mg, Cholesterol 340 mg

PERUVIAN-STYLE ROAST CHICKEN WITH TANGY GREEN SAUCE



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This cumin- and paprika-spiced number gets added punch from an addictively tangy green sauce and a crisp, bright avocado and cucumber salad. Spatchcocking-an easy and fun technique that involves removing the backbone to "flatten" the bird before cooking-makes for quick roasting and produces juicy results.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Dinner     Peru     Chicken     Roast     Cilantro     Oregano     Garlic

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 26

For the chicken:
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
2 lemons
1 (4-4 1/2-pound) whole chicken
For the green sauce:
1 cup (packed) cilantro leaves with tender stems
1-2 medium jalapeños, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup mayonnaise
For the salad:
1 English hothouse or 2 Persian cucumbers, cubed
1 firm-ripe avocado, cubed
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems, coarsely chopped, plus more for serving

Steps:

  • Roast the chicken:
  • Arrange rack in middle of oven; preheat to 400°F. Mix garlic, cumin, oil, paprika, pepper, oregano, 1/2 tsp. salt, and finely grated zest from 1 lemon in a medium bowl. Quarter zested lemon; set aside 2 quarters. Squeeze juice from 1 whole lemon and remaining 2 quarters to yield 2 Tbsp. juice; stir into spice mixture.
  • Place chicken breast side down on work surface. Spatchcock chicken by cutting along both sides of backbone with kitchen shears. Remove backbone; reserve for stock. Turn chicken breast side up and splay open. Press down on breastbone with palms until you hear it crack and chicken is as flat as possible. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Rub chicken all over with 2 reserved lemon quarters. Squeeze juice over bird, then rub skin all over with inside of rinds.
  • From both edges of cavity, loosen skin from breasts and thighs, being careful not to tear skin. Using your fingers, gently spread 2 heaping Tbsp. spice mixture under skin (reserve remaining spice mixture), then season chicken all over with remaining 1 tsp. salt. Transfer chicken, spread flat and skin side up, to a roasting pan or large skillet.
  • Roast chicken 20 minutes, then brush with spice mixture and pan juices. Continue roasting, basting with spice mixture and pan juices every 20 minutes, until juices run clear when thigh is pierced with a fork or an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165ºF, 50-60 minutes total.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board and let rest 15 minutes, reserving pan juices.
  • Make the green sauce:
  • Purée cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, oil, lime juice, and salt in a blender until combined. Add mayonnaise and purée until well blended. Transfer to a small bowl, cover, and chill until ready to use.
  • Make the salad:
  • Gently toss cucumbers, avocado, scallions, lime juice, oil, salt, and 1/2 cup cilantro in a large bowl. Sprinkle with more cilantro.
  • Carve chicken and transfer to a platter; baste with reserved pan juices. Serve with green sauce and salad alongside.
  • Do Ahead
  • Green sauce can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

PERUVIAN ROASTED CHICKEN WITH SPICY CILANTRO SAUCE



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Burnished-skinned, deeply flavored and more than just a little spicy, it's no wonder that Peruvian chicken has become something of an obsession here in the United States. There are dozens of way to make this dish, but most recipes call for two different kinds of Peruvian chile pastes - aji amarilla and aji panca - to add the necessary complexity and heat. You can find them at South American markets and online. But in a pinch, you can substitute a red chile paste (like sriracha or sambal) for the aji amarillo, and ground pasilla chile powder for the aji panca. The flavors won't be traditional, but the chicken will still be tasty - especially when slathered with the irresistibly creamy, spicy cilantro sauce that goes alongside.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

6 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste or another chile paste such as sriracha or sambal
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon aji panca paste or 1 teaspoon pasilla chile powder
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 (3 1/2- to 4 1/2-pound) chicken, halved (see Note) or 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken parts
Extra-virgin olive oil, as needed
1 cup cilantro leaves and tender stems
3 to 4 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1/4 cup/1 ounce crumbled feta cheese
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice, more to taste
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano or basil
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon aji amarillo or other chile paste (see headnote)
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, soy sauce, aji amarillo paste, lime juice, aji panca paste, mustard, cumin, pepper and salt.
  • Add chicken halves, turning to coat them all over with marinade. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Heat the oven to 450 degrees. Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Arrange skin-side up on a rimmed baking sheet and drizzle with oil.
  • Roast until skin is golden and chicken is cooked through, 35 to 45 minutes (if using chicken parts, remove the breasts after 25 to 35 minutes). Remove from oven and let sit, loosely covered with foil, for 10 minutes before serving.
  • While chicken is roasting, make the sauce. In a blender, blend cilantro, jalapeños, feta, garlic, lime juice, oregano, salt, mustard, aji amarillo paste, honey, and cumin until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in oil until mixture is emulsified. Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt or lime juice or both.
  • Carve the chicken and serve with the sauce and lime wedges on the side.

ROASTED PERUVIAN POTATOES



Roasted Peruvian Potatoes image

Provided by Aarón Sánchez

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds Peruvian purple potatoes, scrubbed
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Halve the potatoes and place them in a bowl. Cover them with water if you cut them ahead of time.
  • In another bowl, mix olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Drain potatoes well and add them to the oil mixture. Toss with olive oil mixture. Spread the potatoes on a sheet pan. Roast for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Tips:

  • Brining the chicken: This is an optional step, but it helps to keep the chicken moist and flavorful. To brine the chicken, dissolve 1/2 cup of salt in 1 gallon of water. Submerge the chicken in the brine solution and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Using a flavorful marinade: The marinade for this recipe is packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of garlic, cumin, oregano, and achiote paste. Be sure to let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to fully penetrate the meat.
  • Roasting the chicken at a high temperature: This helps to create a crispy skin and juicy meat. Roast the chicken at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue to roast for another 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Using Yukon Gold potatoes: These potatoes are a good choice for this recipe because they are firm and hold their shape well when roasted. You can also use other types of potatoes, such as russet potatoes or red potatoes.
  • Seasoning the potatoes: Be sure to season the potatoes with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before roasting. This will help to bring out their flavor.

Conclusion:

This Peruvian-style roast chicken with potatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, the potatoes are crispy and golden brown, and the whole dish is packed with flavor. Serve it with a side of rice or beans for a complete meal.

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