Today, I’m excited to share a dish that goes beyond being just a meal—it’s a deep dive into Peru’s vibrant culinary traditions. You might be curious about what I’m referring to, so I’ll cut to the chase: it’s Gordon Ramsay’s amazing Peruvian Chicken recipe.

INGREDIENTS

For The Chicken:

• 1 Whole Chicken
• 2 Lemons
• 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
• 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 Teaspoon Soy Sauce
• 1 Tablespoon Ground Cumin
• 1 Tablespoon Paprika
• ½ Tablespoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• ½ Tablespoon Dried Oregano
• 1½ Tablespoon Kosher Salt

For The Green Sauce:

• ⅓ Cup Mayonnaise
• ½ Cup Yogurt
• 1 Tablespoon Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Cup Cilantro Leaves with Tender Stems
• 1 Jalapeno (chopped)
• 1 Garlic Clove (minced)
• 2½ Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
• ¼ Teaspoon Kosher Salt

EQUIPMENT

• Measuring Cups And Spoons
• Knife
• Spatula
• Baking Tray
• Oven

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, oregano, cumin powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, soy sauce, kosher salt, and lemon juice to create the marinade for the chicken.
• Whisk the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
• Pound the chicken and coat it well with the marinade. Let it marinate for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
• While the chicken marinates, prepare the green sauce: blend together mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a blender.
• Add freshly chopped cilantro to the blender and blend everything into a smooth, fine paste.
• Once the chicken has marinated, grease a baking tray with olive oil and place the chicken pieces on it, leaving space between them.
• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
• Serve the Peruvian Chicken with the homemade green sauce and enjoy the burst of flavors!