Caldo de Pollo
Caldo de Pollo, a heartwarming chicken soup, is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This flavorful dish combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs in a rich broth that warms both body and soul. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, each bowl offers a delightful taste of nostalgia and satisfaction. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe will leave you feeling nourished and craving more with every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop carrots and celery into bite-sized pieces; mince garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Cook chicken: Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a gentle boil.
- Add veggies and spices: Stir in carrots, celery, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 30 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Finish: Remove from heat and stir in cilantro and fresh lime juice.
- Serve hot: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with warm tortillas or rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg