Caldo De Pollo (Chicken Soup) Recipe

Name: Caldo De Pollo (Chicken Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless chicken breasts, bone-in; 8 cups water; 2 chilies (Anaheim or New Mexico); 1 onion, quartered; 4 stalks celery, diced in large pieces; 4 carrots, sliced in large pieces; 1 bay leaf; ½ teaspoon garlic salt; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; ½ teaspoon cumin; 2 zucchini, sliced in large pieces; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

4 skinless chicken breasts, bone-in
8 cups water
2 chilies (Anaheim or New Mexico)
1 onion, quartered
4 stalks celery, diced in large pieces
4 carrots, sliced in large pieces
1 bay leaf
½ teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
½ teaspoon cumin
2 zucchini, sliced in large pieces
salt and pepper

1
In a large pot, cover chicken breasts with water and bring to a boil.
2
Cook for 10 minutes, skimming off any fat that floats to the surface.
3
Add seeded and diced chiles (be sure to wear rubber gloves and don't touch your face).
4
Add onion, celery, carrots, bay leaf and seasonings.
5
Reduce heat, cover pot and simer for 30 minutes.
6
Remove chicken, debone and add back to pot.
7
Add zucchini, salt and pepper.
8
continue simmering until vegetables are tender.
9
Remove bay leaf before serving.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless chicken breasts, bone-in, 8 cups water, 2 chilies (Anaheim or New Mexico), 1 onion, quartered, and more.

Yes, Caldo De Pollo (Chicken Soup) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caldo De Pollo (Chicken Soup)

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