Churu Chicken Amarillo
A flavorful dish combining tender chicken in a creamy yellow sauce infused with savory spices, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Peruvian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cut into pieces
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 yellow pepper (or amarillo sauce)
- 1 cup coconut milk or heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Rice or potatoes for serving
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook the chicken pieces and season with salt, pepper, and cumin until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the amarillo sauce or diced yellow pepper along with coconut milk (or heavy cream), stirring well to combine.
- Simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Serve the Churu Chicken Amarillo over rice or alongside potatoes or yuca, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
For added spice, incorporate jalapeños or cayenne. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.