Chilean Ajiaco - Hearty Chicken and Corn Stew

Ajiaco is a traditional Chilean dish that combines tender chicken with corn, potatoes, and aromatic herbs to create a comforting and flavorful stew. Perfect for a hearty lunch!

Chilean Ajiaco - Hearty Chicken and Corn Stew

Nutrition Information Per Serving

335g
Calories
30g
Protein
33g
Carbs
10g
Fat
5g
Fiber

Chilean Ajiaco - Hearty Chicken and Corn Stew

#stew#chicken#comfort food
Prep15 min
Cook50 min
Yields6 servings
Difficultymedium

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 4 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 cup chopped green beans
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped for garnish)
  • Juice of 1 lime

Preparation

  • 1.

    In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent (about 5-7 minutes).

  • 2.

    Add the chicken thighs to the pot and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).

  • 3.

    Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover the pot and let cook for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through.

  • 4.

    Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

  • 5.

    Add the diced potatoes, corn, and green beans to the pot. Stir well and let cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.

  • 6.

    In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the diced red bell pepper and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.

  • 7.

    Once everything is cooked through, serve hot in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Complete Nutrition Information

Macronutrients

Fiber:5g
Sugar:3g
Added Sugar:0g
Saturated Fat:2g
Trans Fat:0g
Cholesterol:120mg
Sodium:450mg

Vitamins

Vitamin A:170mcg
Vitamin C:15mg
Vitamin D:0mcg
Vitamin E:1mg
Vitamin K:4mcg
Thiamin (B1):0.3mg
Riboflavin (B2):0.2mg
Niacin (B3):10mg
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
Folate:50mcg
Vitamin B12:0.5mcg

Minerals

Calcium:30mg
Iron:2mg
Magnesium:40mg
Phosphorus:250mg
Potassium:800mg
Zinc:1.5mg
Copper:0.2mg
Manganese:0.3mg
Selenium:25mcg

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