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Churu Chicken Amarillo

Creamy Churu Chicken Amarillo: A Spicy Peruvian Delight

Churu Chicken Amarillo is a creamy and spicy Peruvian dish that combines rich flavors and tender chicken, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 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 Substitute with firm tofu for a vegetarian alternative.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with any cooking oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Aji Amarillo Paste Substitute with turmeric and paprika for different flavor.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with white or red onion.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder (1/8 teaspoon per clove).
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or Evaporated Milk Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar (Optional) Omit if preferred.
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Substitute with parsley if cilantro is not available.
  • 4 servings Cooked White Rice or Quinoa / Fried Plantains Adjust according to dietary preferences.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken generously with salt and black pepper and let it rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Sauté chopped yellow onion in the skillet for about 5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and ground cumin.
  4. Stir in the aji amarillo paste and cook for about 2 minutes, then add chicken broth and scrape the skillet.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream or evaporated milk, stirring until the sauce is smooth, then let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with cooked white rice or fried plantains.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the spice level by starting with less aji amarillo paste to suit your taste.

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