Journey to the Peruvian Highlands with our Protein Platter, starring tender chicken. Immerse your taste buds in the bold and flavorful Peruvian cuisine, all on one enticing plate that’s a feast for the senses.

Ingredients

Bean Salad:
2 tbsp Peruvian Seasoning
¼ can Texas Ranchero Beans (drained and rinsed)
3 pickled Jalapeño slices, chopped
¼ tsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp honey
½ tbsp olive oil
½ tbsp red wine vinegar
½ yellow bell pepper, diced
½ cup grape tomatoes, halved
¼ ripe avocado, diced
A small handful of Italian parsley leaves, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
A few fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Potatoes on the side:
6 oz fresh cut chips (frozen)
Salt and pepper to taste
Protein:
2 boneless chicken thighs
2 tbsp Peruvian Seasoning
Aji Verde Sauce:
¼ jar pickled Jalapeños
¼ cup cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 garlic clove
⅓ cup extra heavy mayo
⅓ cup grated Cotija cheese 
½ lime, juiced
¼ cup fresh parsley
1 tbsp water
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Bean Salad:

In a bowl, combine the Peruvian Seasoning, Beans (drained and rinsed), chopped pickled Jalapeños, Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, red wine vinegar, diced yellow bell pepper, halved grape tomatoes, diced avocado, chopped Italian parsley, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and the juice of half a lime. Mix well.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the lime juice and seasoning as needed. Set the bean salad aside.

Protein:

Sprinkle Peruvian seasoning on chicken thighs then grill on each side for 3 minutes. 

Aji Verde Sauce:

In a blender or food processor, combine the pickled Jalapeños, fresh cilantro leaves, garlic clove, extra heavy mayo, parsley, Cotija Cheese, water, juice of half a lime, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until you achieve a smooth sauce-like consistency.

Potatoes on the side:

Deep fry at 375 degrees for 3 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

Assemble the Peruvian Highlands Chicken Platter:

Place the cooked chicken thighs on a plate. Spoon the bean salad next to the chicken. Drizzle the Aji Verde Sauce over the chicken and bean salad. Serve the crispy fresh cut chips on the side. Garnish with additional cilantro leaves and a lime wedge, if desired.