Cazuela de Ave (Chilean Chicken Soup)
Cazuela de Ave is a traditional Chilean dish that embodies warmth and home comfort. This rustic chicken soup combines tender meat, rice, and seasonal vegetables in a golden broth, creating a nourishing meal full of flavor and authenticity. Every family in Chile has its own variation, but all share the same essence — a simple, heartfelt recipe that turns everyday ingredients into something truly special. Served steaming hot, with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of parsley, it’s the perfect comfort food for chilly days.
Soup
Chicken
South American Cuisine
Gluten-free
Cazuela de Ave (Chilean Chicken Soup)
Cazuela de Ave is a traditional Chilean chicken soup made with rice, potatoes, and vegetables in a flavorful golden broth.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken cut into pieces
- 1 large onion, quartered
- 1 large carrot, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes per person, peeled
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup thinly sliced green beans
- 1 large egg
- 1 celery leaf with stalk
- 1 bunch parsley, chopped
- Fresh or dried oregano
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- (Optional: chili or curry powder)
Tools
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Serving bowls
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the chicken with onion, carrot, parsley, celery, and oregano in plenty of olive oil.
- When fragrant, add about 2.5–3 liters (10–12 cups) of hot water.
- Simmer until the chicken is half cooked.
- Add the potatoes, green beans, and rice.
- Season with salt and pepper and cook until the chicken is tender and the rice is done.
- Just before removing from heat, pour in the beaten egg while stirring quickly to thicken the soup.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of chili or curry if desired.
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories
410 kcal
410 kcal
Fat
14 g
14 g
Carbohydrates
35 g
35 g
Protein
36 g
36 g
Sugar
4 g
4 g
Fiber
3 g
3 g
Sodium
620 mg
620 mg
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