Peruvian Chicken With Spicy Green Sauce

Keely Garrity
6 days ago
2 min read

This Peruvian Chicken bursts with bold flavor, marinated in a vibrant blend of smoky spices and roasted to juicy perfection. Served with a zesty Spicy Green Sauce made with fresh herbs, jalapeño, and a tangy splash of Key Lime Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Barrel Aged White Balsamic. Bright, bold, and irresistibly fresh—perfect for summer grilling or a crowd-pleasing dinner.

Ingredients:

6 to 8 chicken drumsticks

Chicken Marinade:

3 tablespoons Key Lime EVOO

2 tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed

3 tbsp Barrel Aged White Balsamic

4 large garlic cloves chopped

1 tablespoon Vera Cruz EVOO

2 tsp Lime Fresco Sea Salt

2 tbsp Sweet Smoked Chili Rub

Sauce:

2 jalapeños charred, skin removed, then roughly chopped

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems chopped

2 cloves garlic chopped

½ cup Greek yogurt

½ avocado chopped

¼ cup sour cream

1 ½ tablespoons Barrel Aged White

¼ teaspoon Lime Fresco Sea Salt

¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons Key Lime EVOO

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

Instructions

Add all the chicken marinade ingredients into a food processor, then blend until smooth.
Pat the drumsticks dry with paper towels, then place in a resealable bag (or bowl). Pour over the marinade and toss to ensure the chicken is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 4 hours.
While the chicken marinates, prepare the Green Sauce. Combine all the green sauce ingredients (except for the olive oil) in a food processor and blend until smooth. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil with the motor still running, then transfer the sauce to a bowl, cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it.
Arrange the drumsticks on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between each piece.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Broil for a few minuets to get crispy.
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.