PERUVIAN CHICKEN SOUP

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I found this in a magazine and it sounded right up my alley! Parsley can be used instead of cilantro!

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 - 1 small jalapeño, without seeds and ribs
1/2 c onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 c cilantro, fresh
1/2 c celery, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled
1 Tbsp olive oil
2 c chicken stock
1/4 c quinoa, rinsed
8 oz chicken breast, boneless and skinless
1 c frozen peas
sea salt and pepper, to taste
limes, for serving
avocado, (optional garnish)
crushed tortilla chips, (optional garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. In blender, combine jalapeño, onion, celery, garlic, parsley and oil. Pulse until mixture is a uniform green color.
  • 2. Put green sauce into pot and cook over medium for about a minute. Then add chicken stock and quinoa. Bring to boil, lower heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • 3. Cut chicken breast into rough quarters and add to pot. Cook an additional 10 minutes until chicken and quinoa are cooked.
  • 4. Remove chicken onto cutting board and use forks to shred. Put shredded chicken and peas back into pot, cook a few more minutes. Correct seasoning. Serve with lime wedges. Garnish with chopped avocado and crushed tortilla chips, if desired!

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