Description
Chicken Aguadito is a delicious and hearty Peruvian chicken soup that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: Avocado slices, Queso fresco for topping
Instructions
- In a large pot, add chicken breasts and cover them with chicken broth. Bring to a boil and squeeze in the juice of half a lime. Reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the broth and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the pot, along with the sautéed onion and garlic.
- Stir in the diced potatoes, corn, green peas, and the remaining lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Let everything simmer together for about 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Before serving, stir in the fresh cilantro for that vibrant flavor kick.
- Ladle the Aguadito into bowls and top with avocado slices and crumbled queso fresco if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg