Sopa de Fideos (Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup) Recipe

Name: Sopa de Fideos (Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 8 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded, or 6 large canned tomatoes, drained; 6 tablespoons melted lard or light olive oil; Pinch powdered saffron, optional; Pinch chili powder, optional; 1 recipe Basic Chicken Soup (see recipe); Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat; 1/4 pound Mexican fideos, vermicelli or cappellini, broken into 2-inch lengths; Fresh cilantro sprigs; Minced seeded hot green chilies; Diced avocado; Slivered Monterey Jack and/or grated Parmesan chees

Servings: persons

2 medium onions, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled
8 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded, or 6 large canned tomatoes, drained
6 tablespoons melted lard or light olive oil
Pinch powdered saffron, optional
Pinch chili powder, optional
1 recipe Basic Chicken Soup (see recipe)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups diced cooked chicken breast meat
1/4 pound Mexican fideos, vermicelli or cappellini, broken into 2-inch lengths
Fresh cilantro sprigs
Minced seeded hot green chilies
Diced avocado
Slivered Monterey Jack and/or grated Parmesan chees

1
Puree the onions, garlic and tomatoes in a food processor, adding a little water if needed.
2
Heat 3 tablespoons of melted lard or oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3
Slowly pour in the vegetable liquid, being careful to avoid spattering.
4
Add saffron and chili powder, if using them.
5
Simmer gently, partly covered, for 10 minutes.
6
Add the chicken soup and simmer gently, partly covered, for about 20 minutes more.
7
Season with salt and pepper and add the chicken, keeping the soup warm over very low heat.
8
Heat the remaining oil in an 8-inch skillet over medium heat.
9
When hot, add the noodles and saute, turning them gently, until golden brown.
10
Remove with a slotted spatula and drain on paper towels.
11
The soup can be prepared to this point up to 30 minutes before finishing and serving.
12
Bring the soup to a simmer.
13
Add the noodles and cook until tender, about 7 to 8 minutes.
14
Serve immediately, garnishing each portion with a sprig of cilantro.
15
Pass the other garnishes at the table.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped, 2 cloves garlic, peeled, 8 fresh tomatoes, peeled and seeded, or 6 large canned tomatoes, drained, 6 tablespoons melted lard or light olive oil, and more.

Yes, Sopa de Fideos (Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup) falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

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Sopa de Fideos (Mexican Chicken Noodle Soup)

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