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A roasted whole golden chicken served with a vibrant creamy green cilantro sauce on a platter.
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Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken approx 4 lbs
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mayonnais e
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 jalape ños seeded and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice for sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sal t

Instructions

  • Whisk together soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, and black pepper.
  • Place chicken in a roasting pan or resealable bag and coat thoroughly with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (218 degrees Celsius).
  • Roast the chicken for 1 hour to 1 hour 20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Prepare sauce by blending mayonnaise, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
  • Rest chicken for 10 minutes before carving and serve with the green sauce.