Seco de pollo
Seco de pollo is a traditional Peruvian dish made with chicken stewed in a flavorful sauce typically made with cilantro, aji amarillo (yellow chili pepper), garlic, and other seasonings. It is usually served with rice and beans.
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken (thighs and drumsticks)
- 1 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons aji amarillo paste (you can find it in Latin American grocery stores)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- Cooked rice and beans for serving
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cilantro, onion, garlic, and aji amarillo paste. Blend until smooth.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
- Add the cilantro mixture to the pot and stir to coat the chicken.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the potatoes to the pot and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the seco de pollo hot over rice and beans.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcal (6%)Carbohydrates: 25g (8%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.1g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mg (1%)Sodium: 232mg (10%)Potassium: 572mg (16%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 298IU (6%)Vitamin C: 26mg (32%)Calcium: 35mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
