Cilantro-Encrusted Chicken with Yuca Mash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

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Coated in a fragrant cilantro crust, paired with smooth yuca mash for a comforting Ecuadorian coastal meal. This Ecuadorian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, cilantro, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Ecuadorian cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 clove garlic
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 large yuca roots
1/4 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
to taste salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts on a baking sheet.
Step 2: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Spread this mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
Step 3: Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 4: While the chicken bakes, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add 2 large peeled and diced yuca roots and cook for 20 minutes until tender. Drain, then mash with 1/4 cup milk and 2 tbsp butter until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Step 5: Serve the chicken with the yuca mash.