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Spatchcocked Peruvian Chicken with Garlic-Lime Rub

Juicy Spatchcocked Peruvian Chicken with Garlic-Lime Rub

This Spatchcocked Peruvian Chicken with Garlic-Lime Rub is a flavorful, juicy dinner option that brings the vibrant tastes of Peru to your table.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Marination Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 2 zest and juice Limes Or lemons as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup White vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil Grapeseed or avocado oil can work too
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp Aji amarillo paste Substitute with cayenne pepper if unavailable
  • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • To taste Salt
  • To taste Black pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 whole (4–5 lbs) Chicken Spatchcocked for even cooking
For the Green Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro For green sauce
  • 1 medium Jalapeños Adjust based on spice preference or omit
  • To taste Salt Enhances overall flavor

Equipment

  • oven
  • cutting board
  • Kitchen shears
  • mixing bowl
  • Wire rack
  • baking sheet
  • food processor
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Spatchcock the chicken by placing it breast-side down on a cutting board and cutting along both sides of the backbone. Flip to breast-side up and press down firmly on the breastbone to flatten.
  2. Make the garlic-lime marinade by combining minced garlic, lime zest and juice, white vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, aji amarillo paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until emulsified.
  3. Rub the garlic-lime marinade all over the spatchcocked chicken, ensuring it's coated thoroughly. Place in a resealable plastic bag or dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove chicken from the refrigerator, place skin-side up on a wire rack over a baking sheet, and roast for 45-50 minutes until golden-brown and crispy. Check for 165°F (75°C) internal temperature.
  5. Make the green sauce by blending cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, lime juice, mayonnaise, olive oil, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
  6. Let the chicken rest for about 10 minutes after roasting. Carve into serving pieces and serve with the green sauce and Peruvian sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chickenCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for maximum flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).

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