Peruvian chicken aguadito is a comforting soup that, besides being delicious, is part of Peru's rich culinary tradition. We invite you to try it, especially on cold days.
This comforting stew is characterized by its fresh and herbal flavor, made with chicken, rice, cilantro, and a variety of vegetables.
The chicken aguadito originates from Peruvian cuisine, blending influences from Creole and indigenous gastronomy. It is said that this dish was consumed by the Lima population during colonial times, adapting local ingredients into traditional preparations.
The term "aguadito" refers to the juicy and brothy consistency of the stew, which makes it a comforting and nutritious option.
Below, we will explain in detail how to prepare this exquisite recipe, followed by the steps and instructions.
Before you begin, we recommend as an alternative the delicious recipe from Caldo de gallina peruano on a friendly site.
Peruvian Chicken Aguadito
Ingredients
4 Chicken breasts
Chicken trimmings
1½ liter of Chicken broth
1 White potato
½ cup of Squash
½ cup of Carrot
Oil
1 pinch of Salt
¼ cup of Peas
¼ cup of Corn (choclo)
¼ cup of Red bell pepper
1 cup of Washed rice
1 Onion
2 teaspoons of Garlic
1 tablespoon of Aji amarillo
1 Handful of red pepper (for dressing)
1 cup of Chopped cilantro
1 pinch of Pepper
1 pinch of Cumin
Preparation
Step 1 : In a pot with hot oil, add the chicken breasts and trimmings, sautéing on both sides.
Step 2 : Add the chicken broth, potatoes, squash, carrot, and salt, stirring everything.
Step 3 : Let cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 4 : Then, add peas, corn, bell pepper, and washed rice, stirring and cooking for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 5 : In a skillet with hot oil, add onion and garlic, sautéing for a few minutes.
Step 6 : Add yellow chili pepper, pepper, blended cilantro, pepper, cumin, and salt to taste, cooking for 10 to 15 minutes before adding to the soup pot.
Step 7 : Mix well and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
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