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Churu Chicken Amarillo

Delicious Churu Chicken Amarillo: A Creamy Comfort Dish

Churu Chicken Amarillo is a creamy and spicy dish featuring succulent chicken and the smokiness of aji amarillo chili paste. A must-try comfort meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Tender thighs provide more flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable or avocado oil.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Aji Amarillo Paste Key flavor component.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Provides sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced provides best taste.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian alternative.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Evaporated Milk Coconut milk can serve as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Infuses warmth and earthiness.
  • optional teaspoon Sugar Balances heat from aji amarillo.
For Garnish and Serving
  • to taste cup Fresh Cilantro Adds fresh herb note.
  • to serve cups Cooked White Rice or Quinoa Perfect for soaking up the sauce.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the Chicken with salt and black pepper; let it sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Sear the Chicken in olive oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  3. Sauté diced yellow onion in the skillet until translucent; add minced garlic and ground cumin.
  4. Incorporate aji amarillo paste and cook for 2 minutes, scraping the skillet.
  5. Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Create the creamy sauce by stirring in heavy cream; let it simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Combine Chicken and Sauce; let simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and serve over rice or quinoa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a milder flavor, consider substituting fresh cilantro with parsley. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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