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Aguadito De Pollo (Peruvian Chicken Soup)

Warm Up with Aguadito De Pollo: Comforting Peruvian Soup

Aguadito De Pollo is a comforting Peruvian chicken soup that offers a vibrant mix of flavors and textures, perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Peruvian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 4 pieces bone-in chicken for richer flavor
  • 1 cup rice long-grain or basmati
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 cup bell peppers any color, chopped
  • 1 cup peas frozen
  • 1 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • 8 cups broth chicken or vegetable
  • 1 teaspoon cumin to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine chicken pieces with enough broth to cover them completely. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, cook for about 25-30 minutes until tender. Remove chicken, discard skin and bones, shred the meat.
  2. In the same pot, add oil and sauté diced onions, sliced carrots, and chopped bell peppers for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in rice, cumin, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Return shredded chicken and reserved broth to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Add frozen peas and chopped cilantro, stir, and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Squeeze lime juice into the soup before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover Aguadito de Pollo in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers.

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