Caldo de Pollo
Description
Caldo de pollo is a simple but richly-flavored chicken soup that's packed with vegetables and seasoned with garlic and lots of fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
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5 pounds chicken leg quarters
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2 gallons water
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2 tablespoons minced garlic
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2 tablespoons salt
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 cube chicken bouillon
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4 large carrots, peeled and cut into large chunks
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4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
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4 zucchini, cut into large chunks
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1 chayote, cut into large chunks
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1 large white onion, cut into large chunks
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1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
1
Gather the ingredients.
2
Place chicken legs into a large stockpot; pour water over chicken. Add minced garlic, salt, and garlic powder.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Stir chopped cilantro into soup. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Serve hot and enjoy!