Description
A vibrant South American dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a creamy, golden amarillo pepper sauce. This recipe blends traditional Andean flavors with modern cooking techniques, creating a versatile meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3–4 aji amarillo peppers or 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (olive or neutral oil)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut milk (optional for creamy sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and cumin. If using fresh amarillo peppers, roast, peel, and deseed them.
- Sear Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet, sear chicken on both sides until golden, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Add aji amarillo paste and stir well.
- Simmer: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in broth, and simmer until tender and infused with flavor.
- Make Sauce Creamy (Optional): Blend part of the sauce for a smooth texture, then stir in cream or coconut milk.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve hot with your preferred sides.
Notes
- For authentic flavor, use fresh aji amarillo peppers or high-quality aji amarillo paste.
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of aji amarillo used.
- The dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: South American
Nutrition
- Calories: 400kcal
Keywords: Churu Chicken Amarillo Recipe Aji Amarillo Chicken South American Cuisine Creamy Chicken Dish Traditional Andean Recipe