Ajiaco Soup Recipe
This Colombian chicken soup includes potatoes, corn and tender shredded chicken and is served with Greek yogurt or sour cream and capers for a hearty meal worth putting on repeat. A changeup from classic chicken soup, it is a lovely staple to have around!
Servings: 3 Servings
Calories: 736kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp avocado oil
- 1 yellow onion finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1.5 to 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 pounds yukon gold potatoes peeled and chopped into large chunks
- 2 ears corn shucked, or 1 (15-oz) can corn, drained
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 jalapeno seeded and minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth*
- 1/2 tsp sea salt to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper to taste
For Topping:
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup capers
- ½ tsp dried dill optional
- 1 avocado
- 1 to 2 limes cut into slices
Instructions
- Heat the avocado oil in a large stock pot such as a Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and saute, stirring occasionally, until it has softened, about 5-8 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Move the onion and garlic off to the side and place the boneless thighs in the pot in a single layer. Brown for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add in the rest of the ingredients for the soup, cover, and bring to a full boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are very tender.
- Use tongs to transfer the chicken thighs to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the chicken and place it back in the pot.
- In a small bowl, stir together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), capers, dried dill, chopped cilantro (if desired), and a drizzle of lime juice. Stir well to combine.
- Serve ajiaco in large bowls with the creamy caper mixture on top and some sliced avocado. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving (of 3) | Calories: 736kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 56g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 1289mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 13g