Sopa de Pollo

Sopa de Pollo is a comforting Mexican chicken soup enriched with vibrant vegetables and fragrant spices, perfect for a cozy meal. This kosher version maintains authenticity while ensuring it adheres to dietary laws, providing a wholesome and flavorful experience.

Sopa de Pollo
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1 small, chopped
  • Carrot - 1 medium, diced
  • Celery - 1 stalk, diced
  • Tomato - 1 medium, diced
  • Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
  • Chicken broth - 1 liter, kosher
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Avocado - 1 small, sliced (for garnish)

Steps

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the diced chicken breast to the pot, cooking until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced carrot, celery, and tomato. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and cumin. Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with avocado slices and additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 20 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
  • Packed with vegetables providing essential vitamins and minerals.

Tags

MexicanKosherSoup