Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena)
This vibrant layered salad pairs silky ají amarillo–infused Yukon Gold potatoes with a creamy chicken filling and buttery avocado. Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) balances citrusy lime, gentle heat, and fresh herbs for a bright, satisfying bite. It’s perfect for a summer lunch, a festive starter, or a make-ahead dish for gatherings.
- Prep40 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 65 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 87
- Metabolic
- 47
- Digestive
- 45
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the chicken, green peas, carrot, shallot, roasted red peppers, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and cayenne. Add the mayonnaise and stir until combined. Cover the chicken salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to use.
- 2
Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until very tender but not falling apart, about 20 minutes. Drain well and transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Mash until smooth.
- 3
Add the ají amarillo, olive oil, and lime juice to the potatoes. Season with cayenne and salt. Mash together with a potato masher. Switch to a spatula and mix until completely smooth.
- 4
Line four 6-ounce ramekins with plastic wrap. Scoop the mashed potatoes evenly into the ramekins; press and smooth the tops. Cover each with a layer of avocado slices. Fill each ramekin to the top with the chicken salad, pressing it down and lifting the plastic wrap to remove any air pockets. Cover with a final layer of mashed potatoes, extending 1/2 inch or more above the rim.
- 5
Seal the top with a fresh layer of plastic wrap and fold the sides over to close. Refrigerate the salads until completely chilled, at least 1 hour.
- 6
Stir together the mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, and ají amarillo for the sauce, adding a splash of water to adjust the thickness.
- 7
Remove the top layer of plastic wrap from each salad. Invert each ramekin onto a serving plate; lift off the ramekins, then remove the plastic wrap. Spoon some sauce around each salad.
- Calories 377.01 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 16.63 g Good Source 33%
- Carbohydrate 24.3 g 9%
- Total Fat 24.95 g High 32%
- Saturated Fat 3.97 g Moderate 20%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 45.48 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 424.17 mg Moderate 18%
- Dietary Fiber 6.95 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 1.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.21 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 76.08 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 1.75 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 576.43 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 14.51 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 14.44 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) is made with 18 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Avocado, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Chili Paste. Each serving provides about 377.01 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Chili Paste, Diced Carrots. The full list of 18 is above.
- How long does it take to make Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena)?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 40 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 377.01 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 18 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) healthy?
- Peruvian Chicken and Potato Layered Salad (Causa Rellena) has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 377.01 calories and 16.63 g of protein, or 33% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 424.17 mg (18% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.97 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Eggs, Milk and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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