Ajiaco: Traditional Colombian Chicken And Potato Soup

Ajiaco is a traditional Colombian chicken and potato soup that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting meal. This recipe combines tender chicken, three types of potatoes, corn, and a variety of herbs and spices to create a delicious and satisfying soup.

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Ajiaco: Traditional Colombian Chicken And Potato Soup

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts, bone-in and skin-on
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 ears of corn, husked and cut into thirds
  • 2 large white potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 large red potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 large yellow potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, tied with kitchen twine
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado, sliced (for serving)
  • 1 tablespoon capers (for serving)
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken breasts, chicken broth, corn, potatoes, onion, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender.
  3. Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Remove the cilantro bunch from the pot and discard.
  5. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
  6. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with avocado slices, capers, and a drizzle of heavy cream, if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Ladle Serving bowls

Tools

Knife Cutting board Kitchen twine

Serving suggestions

Ajiaco is traditionally served with a side of white rice and a slice of ripe avocado.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of lime juice to the soup just before serving.

Cost

$20