Best Aguadito De Pollo (Peruvian Chicken Soup) Recipe
This Best Aguadito De Pollo is a flavorful Peruvian chicken soup known for its vibrant green color thanks to cilantro, and its comforting, hearty ingredients including shredded chicken, rice, and vegetables. It’s a delicious, aromatic dish perfect for a warming meal with a hint of lime freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: thirty minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 1 cup peas
Finishing Touches
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start the Sauté: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, and cook until they soften and become translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Spice it Up: Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and paprika to the pot. Sauté everything together for about one more minute until fragrant and aromatic.
- Build the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and water, then raise the heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in the chopped cilantro, shredded cooked chicken, rice, and sliced carrot. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook uncovered until the rice is tender, approximately 20 minutes.
- Final Touches: Add the peas to the soup and continue simmering for another 5 minutes until the peas are warmed through and tender.
- Finish with Flair: Remove the pot from heat. Stir in the fresh lime juice, then season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the Aguadito de Pollo into bowls and optionally garnish with extra chopped cilantro for a fresh taste and vibrant presentation.
Notes
- For an extra vibrant green color, you can blend some of the cilantro with a little broth before adding it back to the pot.
- Use leftover roasted chicken or rotisserie chicken for faster preparation.
- Adjust the rice amount or substitute with quinoa for a gluten-free alternative.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, allow it to simmer a little longer to reduce the liquid.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for added freshness.
Keywords: Aguadito de Pollo, Peruvian Chicken Soup, Cilantro Chicken Soup, Latin American Soup, Comfort Soup, Chicken and Rice Soup
