Peruvian Roast Chicken Recipe

Name: Peruvian Roast Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds chicken; 4 garlic cloves chopped; 1/2 lemon; 3 tablespoons white vinegar or red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; salt; black pepper

Servings: persons

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1. Mix together the marinade ingredients.
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2. Place the whole chicken into a large (about 2 gallon size) ziploc bag and pour in the marinade.
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3. Spread the marinade so that it covers all the chicken.
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4. Marinade overnight.
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5. Take the chicken out of the fridge about 30-45 minutes before you roast it, so it comes closer to room temperature. This helps the chicken become more moist and cooked evenly.
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6. Preheat the oven to 450F.
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7. Remove the chicken from the marinate and brush off any garlic so it will not burn.
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8. Lay the chicken breast side up in a roasting pan or cast iron skillet.
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9. Truss the chicken. This keeps the juices in during the roasting and makes the meat more tender.
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10. Roast 45-55 minutes.
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11. Let rest 5 minutes before carving.

1044

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

149

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds chicken, 4 garlic cloves chopped, 1/2 lemon, 3 tablespoons white vinegar or red wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Peruvian Roast Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Peruvian Roast Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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