Aji de Gallina Inspired Chicken Curry – Bright, Creamy, and Comforting

aji amarillo peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers are more accessible and milder.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds provide a similar texture with less cost.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk lowers calories while maintaining creaminess.

Cook chicken in a pot of simmering water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Remove chicken, reserving broth, and shred into bite-sized pieces.

Blend aji amarillo peppers, onion, and garlic until smooth.

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add blended mixture to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Stir in shredded chicken and walnuts, mixing well.

Add reserved chicken broth and milk, stirring to combine.

Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.

Season with cumin, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with boiled eggs, black olives, and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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