Peruvian Aji Amarillo Roast Chicken
A vibrant and flavorful Peruvian dish featuring succulent roast chicken marinated in Aji Amarillo paste, garlic, and lime.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Peruvian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken or chicken pieces
- 3 tablespoons Aji Amarillo paste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, combine the Aji Amarillo paste, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken: Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly with the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on a baking tray and roast for about 40-50 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with Freshness: Once done, take the chicken out of the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Serve with Joy: Serve your Aji Amarillo roast chicken with rice, roasted veggies, or a fresh salad.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate overnight. Check chicken doneness with a meat thermometer (165°F/74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg