Soups and StewsMexican RichardObradovic Jul 04, 2025 25
Description
Warm, healing, and packed with flavor — Caldo de Pollo is the heart of Mexican comfort food ❤️ This rich chicken broth with vegetables and tender meat is served with lime and rice, perfect for colds, rainy days, or soul-soothing meals.
Ingredients
🍗 500 g chicken pieces with bone (thighs or drumsticks) (1.1 lb)
💧 1.5 L water (6 cups)
🧅 100 g white onion, quartered (3.5 oz)
🧄 3 garlic cloves
🥕 2 medium carrots, chopped (150 g / 5.3 oz)
🥔 1 large potato, cubed (200 g / 7 oz)
🌽 1 corn cob, cut into 3 pieces
🌿 A few sprigs fresh cilantro
🧂 Salt to taste
🍚 Cooked rice and lime wedges for serving
Preparation
1️⃣ Place chicken, water, onion, and garlic in a large pot. Bring to a boil, skim foam, and simmer for 20 minutes.
2️⃣ Add carrots, potatoes, corn, and salt. Simmer another 20–25 minutes until vegetables are soft.
