Aji De Gallina Recipe
Shredded chicken breast in a creamy aji amarillo sauce. Topped with a boiled egg and black olive. Served with white rice and boiled potatoes. Color texture and flavor in full harmony sauce. (It is not spicy).
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a pot, boil the chicken breasts in salted water for about 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from water and let cool. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a blender, combine the aji amarillo paste, bread slices, milk, and chicken broth. Blend until smooth and set aside.
- 3
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
- 5
Add Shredded Chicken
Add the shredded chicken to the sauce. Stir to coat the chicken evenly and let cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
