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Creamy yellow chicken stew topped with walnuts, served with rice
Golden Peruvian chicken with rice and potatoes

Egg-Free Ají de Gallina with Walnuts

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses Quick Meals
In the land of the Incas, chili isn't just a spice; it's a way of life. This recipe stays true to Peruvian roots by using bread and nuts for thickening, creating a rustic yet velvety texture. Prepared without hard-boiled eggs for a lighter touch, allowing the earthy flavor of the walnuts to shine.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 40 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 620 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Peruvian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Immersion Blender
  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Tree Nuts (Walnut)

Instructions

1 ✓

Tear the bread into pieces and soak in the milk for a few minutes. Blend until smooth.

Tip: This 'bread paste' is the thickening agent that binds the flavors.
2 ✓

Shred the chicken. Finely chop the onion and garlic.

Tip: Shredded meat absorbs the sauce much better than cubed meat.
3 ✓

Sauté the onion and garlic in oil. Add the chili paste and turmeric, and cook briefly.

Tip: Turmeric adds a vibrant yellow color as well as earthy flavor.
4 ✓

Pour in the milk-bread mixture and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Tip: Be patient and cook on low heat to prevent scorching.
5 ✓

Stir in the chicken, ground walnuts, and parmesan. Simmer to combine.

Tip: Walnuts add richness, while parmesan adds a salty umami kick.
6 ✓

Serve spooned over sliced boiled potatoes with a side of rice.

Tip: Double carbs (rice + potatoes) is the traditional Peruvian serving style.

Recipe FAQ

What kind of bread should I use?
Any white bread, dinner roll, or sandwich bread works. Remove the crusts to keep the sauce color bright yellow.

Ingredients

  • 14 oz Cooked Chicken Breast (shredded)
  • 3 slices White Bread (crusts removed)
  • 1 cup Whole Milk
  • 2 tbsp Ají Amarillo Paste (Yellow Chili)
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Turmeric
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Walnuts (ground)
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
  • 2 medium Boiled Potatoes (sliced, for serving)
  • 1 cup Cooked White Rice (for serving)