Peruvian Grilled Chicken
A classic Peruvian dish featuring marinated chicken grilled to perfection, served with a side of spicy slaw.
Ingredients
- ●4 Pollo (boneless chicken breasts)about 1 pound total
- ●2 tablespoons Warm Peruvian aji amarillo pepper pastesee note
- ●4 Smoked aji amarillo pepperssee note
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●1/4 cup Fresh cilantro leaveschopped
- ●2 tablespoons Fresh lime juicefreshly squeezed
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oilfor brushing chicken
- ●1 teaspoon Saltto taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black pepperto taste
- ●1/2 cup Grilled onionschopped
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine aji amarillo pepper paste, smoked aji amarillo peppers, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Place the chicken in a large zip-top plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat.
- 3
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess liquid drip off.
- 6
Grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 7
Transfer the chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 8
Meanwhile, grill the onions until slightly charred.
- 9
Slice the chicken and serve with grilled onions and remaining marinade sauce.
- 10
Serve with a side of spicy slaw, if desired.