Comida Peruana Olluquito con Pollo - Receta fácil para principiantes

aji amarillo

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper offers similar color and sweetness, though with less heat.

chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Turkey is a leaner alternative that can be used in similar dishes.

Peel and dice the olla into small cubes.

Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Incorporate diced olla and stir well to combine with chicken and onion mixture.

Add aji amarillo paste and stir until evenly distributed.

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves, cumin, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.

Stir in peas and diced carrots, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove bay leaves and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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