Sopa de Pollo Recipe (Chicken Soup)

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There’s nothing like a hearty soup on a cold winter’s night. Soup is also great because you can freeze it or serve it throughout the week and limit the amount of cooking you have to do.

Double or triple the recipe, and you’ll be glad you did. This soup is also a winner if you’re looking for a quick meal.

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What is sopa de pollo?

Sopa de pollo is chicken soup. The ingredients are simple and the meal is delicious.

Is sopa de pollo and caldo de pollo the same?

Caldo de pollo differs from soap de pollo in that the soup is served with whole pieces of chicken, whereas sopa de pollo is served with shredded or cut-up chicken pieces. Both soups do feature vegetables.

Can you freeze sopa de pollo?

Yes! Transfer the cooled soup to freezer-safe containers and freeze until ready to use. Transfer the frozen soup to the fridge to thaw overnight or place in a slow cooker on low and cook until thawed and heated through.

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What can you serve with sopa de pollo?

Crusty bread is always a wonderful option. You can also prepare a side salad. Cheese quesadillas would also be a wonderful addition.

What are the ingredients to make sopa de pollo?

To make this sopa de pollo you are going to need the following ingredients:

  • Olive oil
  • Red onion
  • Chicken breasts
  • Water
  • Chicken seasoning
  • Potato
  • Carrot
  • Angel hair pasta

How to make sopa de pollo

Now that you have gathered your ingredients it is time to make sopa de pollo. All you have to do is follow the steps below:

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent.

Add the chicken breasts, water, and seasoning and bring to a simmer for around 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.

With the help of 2 forks roughly shred the chicken.

Add the potato and carrots and simmer for 10 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.

Add the angel hair pasta and cook for 3 more minutes or until done. Remember that angel hair pasta cooks very quickly. You do not want to overcook your pasta, or it will be mushy.

Serve topped with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Your sopa de pollo is ready to serve!

Sopa de Pollo Recipe

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Sopa de Pollo Recipe

Sopa de Pollo Recipe

Yield: 2Servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Easy and simple to make, Sopa de Pollo, made with fresh ingredients like chicken, potatoes, carrots, and so much more. Perfect for cold nights!

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 Red onion, chopped
  • 2 Small chicken breasts
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 Tsp chicken seasoning
  • 1 Potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 Carrot, sliced
  • 1/2 cup angel hair pasta

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add the onion and sauté until translucent.

Add the chicken breasts, water, and seasoning and bring to a simmer for around 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.

With the help of 2 forks, roughly shred the chicken.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 414Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 128mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 4gSugar: 3gProtein: 42g

These nutritional calculations might not be accurate. Please speak with a licensed nutritionist to assist you.

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