Description
Savor Churu Chicken Amarillo is a creamy Peruvian dish that harmonizes succulent chicken with a vibrant yellow chili sauce. Each bite delivers a delightful blend of flavors, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy dinners. The ease of preparation means you can impress your guests without spending all day in the kitchen. This visually stunning dish not only tastes fantastic but also allows for endless variations based on seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp yellow chili paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown on both sides, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in yellow chili paste and cook for an additional minute before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; simmer for 8-10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish with chopped cilantro before serving over rice or alongside roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg