Churu Chicken Amarillo Spicy Peruvian
Dive into rich flavors with Churu Chicken Amarillo Spicy Peruvian! Enjoy this creamy delight tonight; it’s easy and unforgettable!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons Ajà Amarillo paste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 2 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Ajà Amarillo paste. Marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Add remaining olive oil to the heated pan and grill the marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes on each side until charred and cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- In a blender, mix remaining Ajà Amarillo paste, minced garlic, evaporated milk, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Simmer in a saucepan over low heat for about 5 minutes.
- Serve sliced chicken over cooked rice and generously drizzle with creamy sauce. Garnish with red onions, cilantro, chili slices (if desired), and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 115mg