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Caldo De Pollo

A comforting and nourishing chicken soup infused with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: caldo de pollo, chicken soup, Mexican recipes, comfort food, healthy meals
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken about 3-4 lbs
  • 4 carrots chopped
  • 3 potatoes diced
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro chopped
  • 8 cups water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions

  • In a large pot, place the whole chicken and cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
  • Add the quartered onion and minced garlic to the pot.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add the chopped carrots and diced potatoes.
  • Add the chopped celery and season with salt and pepper.
  • Continue to simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly.
  • Shred the chicken meat, discarding the bones, and return the meat to the pot.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 2g