Fideos con Pollo

Fideos con Pollo is a delightful Mexican pasta dish that combines tender chicken with toasted noodles, simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This hearty meal is both comforting and packed with protein, making it perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
• Fideos (thin pasta) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 2 medium, diced
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
2. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.
4. Stir in the fideos and return the chicken to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the fideos are tender and have absorbed most of the liquid.
6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

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