Caldo de Pollo
Experience the comforting embrace of caldo de pollo, a traditional chicken soup that’s bursting with flavor and nostalgia. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this dish brings families together around the table for warm conversations and hearty laughter. Perfect for chilly nights or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 cup potatoes, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken stock
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant. Introduce bone-in chicken thighs and sear on both sides until golden brown (approximately 6–8 minutes).
- Mix in chopped carrots, potatoes, and corn; stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken stock until everything is submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer for about 30–35 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot; shred it using two forks and return it to the soup. Stir in lime juice and fresh herbs before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg