Caldo de Pollo
Caldo de Pollo is a heartwarming Mexican chicken soup that brings comfort to chilly evenings. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, each bowl serves as a cozy embrace. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family gatherings or a soothing weeknight meal. Ready in under an hour, Caldo de Pollo is not only delicious but also highly customizable to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Chop the vegetables: onion, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in olive oil for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts and brown them on both sides for about 3-4 minutes each.
- Pour in the chicken broth and enough water to cover the ingredients by an inch; bring to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, add carrots and celery; reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and return to the pot along with cilantro and lime juice. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added sweetness, consider incorporating corn or seasonal vegetables. To enhance flavor, remember to season at different stages during cooking.