Ingredients

1 (3 1/2- to 4-lb) chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces

1 3/4 teaspoons salt

1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 large white onion, finely chopped

2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled

1 1/2 lb russet (baking) potatoes

6 cups chicken broth

1 cup water

2 lb yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, and covered with water in a bowl

3 ears corn, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces

Accompaniments:

• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons drained capers
• 3 California avocados, quartered, pitted, peeled, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Description

Ajiaco

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