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🇵🇪How to Make Ají de Gallina | Chicken recipe for Dinner |Traditional Peruvian Comfort Food Recipe

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Ají de Gallina

Cultural Context

Originating from Peru, Ají de Gallina is a traditional dish that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. It reflects the fusion of indigenous ingredients and Spanish influences, particularly with the use of ají amarillo, a staple pepper in Peruvian cuisine. Today, it is a beloved comfort food, often served at family gatherings and special occasions.

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6 servings
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2-3 potatoes (boiled)
2-3 eggs (boiled)
1 tablespoon of oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 tablespoon oregano
1 chicken breast (boiled and shredded)
Half of small onion
1 tablespoon ají amarillo paste
3 garlic cloves
2 cups chicken broth
8-10 soda crackers
1/4 cup pecans
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1

Start by boiling your potatoes and eggs. Set them aside once cooked.

2

In a pot, heat a tablespoon of oil, onion, garlic and sauté the ají amarillo paste until fragrant.

3

Add your shredded chicken and season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Stir well.

4

In a blender, combine chicken broth, soda crackers, and pecans. Blend until smooth.

5

Pour the blended mixture into the pot with the chicken. Cook on medium heat for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6

Finally, stir in 1/4 cup of evaporated milk. Let it cook for another minute until creamy.

7

Serve the Ají de Gallina over the boiled potatoes and eggs. Enjoy!

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