For the Chicken and Rice

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 1¾ cups chicken broth
• ½ cup frozen peas
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime

For the Green Sauce (Aji Verde)

• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, packed
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 small jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat)
• 1 garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste