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Best Aguadito De Pollo

Best Aguadito De Pollo - A Hearty Hug in a Bowl

Discover the Best Aguadito De Pollo, a delicious Peruvian chicken soup that's a nourishing experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs or your favorite cut
  • 1 cup long-grain rice or brown rice
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 medium potatoes diced
  • 1 cup peas
For the Seasoning
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium lime juiced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or to taste
For the Broth
  • 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth preferably low-sodium

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add one chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Incorporate three minced garlic cloves and spices (1 teaspoon cumin and oregano). Cook for 1–2 minutes until garlic is golden.
  3. Add 1 pound of boneless chicken thighs, stirring frequently for 6–8 minutes until browned evenly.
  4. Pour in 6 cups of broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add 1 cup of rice, 2 diced carrots, 2 diced potatoes, and 1 cup of peas. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of chopped cilantro and the juice of 1 lime, simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
  7. Ladle into bowls and serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover Aguadito de Pollo in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 1 month. Reheat on the stovetop, adding broth if needed.

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