Description
Savor Churu Chicken Amarillo is a vibrant Peruvian dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy yellow sauce infused with aji amarillo paste. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience. The balance of creaminess and spice makes every bite comforting yet exciting, ensuring that your taste buds will be dancing with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Trim excess fat from chicken.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent. Stir in garlic for about 1 minute.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and brown on both sides (about 5–7 minutes per side).
- Lower heat, stir in aji amarillo paste, heavy cream, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Let simmer for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F) and sauce thickens slightly.
- Plate over rice or pasta; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg