How to Make Caldo de Pollo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caldo de Pollo, also known as Mexican chicken soup, is a flavorful and comforting dish that is perfect for warming you up on a chilly day. This traditional soup is made with a delicious combination of chicken, vegetables, and spices, creating a rich and nourishing broth that is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

One of the best things about caldo de pollo is its versatility. You can customize the ingredients to your liking, adding in your favorite vegetables, herbs, and spices to create...

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds chicken leg quarters
  • 2 gallons water
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 4 zucchini, cut into large chunks
  • 1 chayote, cut into large chunks
  • 1 large white onion, cut into large chunks
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Place chicken legs into a large stockpot; pour water over chicken. Add minced garlic, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to a simmer and cook until chicken meat falls off the bones, 1 to 2 hours.
  • Stir in chicken bouillon cube until dissolved; add carrots, potatoes, zucchini, chayote, and white onion. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until carrots and potatoes are tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Stir chopped cilantro into soup. Simmer for 5 minutes and serve.
  • Nutrition

    606 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 160mg
    • Sodium: 2080mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 52g
    • Vitamin C: 54mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1490mg