Peruvian Garlic Chicken Recipe

Spice up your dinner with this fiery Peruvian Garlic Chicken! Tender chicken simmers in a rich sauce of garlic, jalapenos, and warming spices, then gets a creamy yogurt finish. Serve with boiled potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal. Ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 915.4 kcal
Protein 131g
Rating 4.1 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peruvian Garlic Chicken

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How to Make Peruvian Garlic Chicken

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 4 cloves garlic, minced, until softened and translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add 2-3 jalapeños, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/2 cup roasted peanuts (roughly chopped), 1/2 cup shredded cheese (e.g., queso fresco or cheddar), and 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Stir well to combine all ingredients and coat the chicken evenly.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Stir occasionally.
  5. Just before serving, stir in 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt. Serve immediately with boiled potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

68g

Carbs

6g