Sopa de pollo con arroz, or chicken and rice soup, is a classic Latin American dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple yet flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day or a light summer lunch. The soup is typically made with chicken, rice, vegetables, and broth, but there are many variations that exist. Some recipes call for adding other ingredients, such as beans, corn, or cheese. No matter how you make it, sopa de pollo con arroz is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SOPA DE ARROZ CON POLLO (RICE AND CHICKEN SOUP)
Rice and Soup are staples in Colombia and in this Sopa de Arroz con Pollo the rice creates a wonderful consistency. Sopa de Arroz con Pollo was one of my grandmother's favorite soups. She would eat it with avocado and banana on the side. Colombians eat bananas with soups and believe it or not, it
Provided by Erica Dinho
Categories Main Course
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large pot place all the ingredients except the rice and cilantro. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Add the rice and continue simmering for 15- 20 minutes more or until the rice is tender. Remove the chicken from the pot, remove the skin and debone it, breaking the meat into bite sized pieces, and return the meat to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2139 kcal, Carbohydrate 41 g, Protein 270 g, Fat 91 g, SaturatedFat 28 g, Cholesterol 962 mg, Sodium 1044 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 53 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEXICAN CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP (SOPA DE POLLO Y ARROZ)
Homemade chicken consomme with vegetables, fresh herbs, and rice, served with serrano chile, avocado, and a touch of lime juice.
Provided by Josefina Mijares
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring stock to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Add chicken legs; return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, skimming away foam that forms on the surface. Add carrots, onion, celery, cilantro, garlic, and mint.
- Cover pot and cook until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes more. Remove chicken from the pot; discard skin and bones. Shred meat using 2 forks.
- Return chicken meat to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Add rice. Let chicken and rice warm up, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and pour soup into serving bowls. Top with avocado and serrano peppers and squeeze in lime juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 957.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
MEXICAN CHICKEN SOUP WITH RICE (CALDO DE POLLO CON ARROZ)
This Mexican soup is a delicious combination of two delicious classic ingredients. The broth includes a spicy homemade tomato sauce.
Provided by Hilda
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Chicken Soup Recipes Chicken and Rice Soup Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring water and rice to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Place tomatoes in a pot with water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until soft but not falling apart, 5 to 8 minutes. Drain and let cool briefly. Peel and place in a blender; add onion, chipotle peppers, garlic, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Strain mixture, discarding solids, for the sauce.
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrots and celery; saute until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Pour in blended tomato sauce. Add chicken broth and bouillon. Cook and stir until carrot and celery are soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Add peas and chicken breast; cook until heated through, about 3 minutes. Serve soup over a spoonful of rice; top with avocado slices and Monterey Jack cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 31.9 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 1006.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
SOPA DE POLLO CON ARROZ (CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP)
This Mexican soup recipe cheerfully stolen from: Mario's La Fiesta Mexican restaurant in Berkeley, CA.
Provided by Zenster
Categories Chicken
Time 4h
Yield 2 Quarts, 4-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Extract giblets from chicken and remove the liver.
- Place chicken in a pot of water just large enough to hold it.
- Cover with 1-2 quarts of water and add the giblets.
- Add salt and bring to a boil, skimming off any foam.
- Reduce heat, cover pot, and simmer for 20 or more minutes.
- Chicken should fall apart after cooking.
- Completely bone out the cooked chicken.
- Separate white meat for use in the finished soup.
- Crack the bones and return them to the stock with the skin.
- Add all other non-meat parts of the chicken back to the stock.
- Bring stock and giblets back to a fast simmer.
- Cook stock for 1/2-1 hour longer.
- Begin washing rice.
- Strain stock and remove most, but not all of the fat.
- Peel the potato, tomato and carrots.
- Bring stock to a boil and reduce heat.
- Cut carrots into coins, dice potato into 1/2" cubes and add with cabbage cut into 1" chunks.
- Chop onion coarsely and add along with pressed or finely minced garlic.
- Remove strings by breaking the top of the stalk backwards and pulling down to strip them out, slice celery into medium pieces and add.
- Peel and seed tomato, strain tomato juice from seeds and add with chopped cilantro leaves.
- Chop some of the celery heart's leaves and add with diced chicken white meat in 1/2" chunks.
- Finish washing rice and add to soup.
- During last half hour of cooking add all other spices.
- Adjust salt to taste (this recipe can take a lot of salt).
- Avoid adding too much cumin, it will spoil the flavor.
- DO NOT let the soup boil, it will turn to mush.
- DO NOT use the chicken liver in the soup.
- When the rice begins to "bloom" turn off the heat.
- Elbow macaroni, stars or alphabet pasta may be used.
- If using pasta, omit or reduce the amount of rice.
- If the stock is made right it will gel when chilled.
- Note: This recipe took years to figure out.
- DO NOT use chicken bullion cubes or paste when making this.
- They will cloud the soup and destroy its delicate bouquet.
- Tinned broth is acceptable but will not compare to using the stock described above.
ARROZ CON POLLO (RICE WITH CHICKEN) RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, garlic, salt, cumin powder, pepper powder, fresh oregano, fresh thyme, vegetable oil, onion, carrot, chorizo sausage, basmati rice, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chicken broth, salt, saffron, beer, caper vinaigre, small capers, green pea, pimento-stuffed green olives, fresh cilantro
Provided by Jon Michelena
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Place the chicken bones in a pot with water to cook for 20 minutes and strain the liquid. Add the salt and saffron to the water so that it releases the color.
- Mix the spices in a bowl and season the chicken. Brown the chicken and set aside. Then, in the same pan, brown the onion with carrots and chorizos. Add the rice and stir together, browning.
- Add green peppers, red peppers, chicken, and boiling chicken broth with saffron and beer. Cover the pan and simmer for 17 minutes.
- After 17 minutes add peas, olives, capers and caper vinaigrette to the top of the dish. Cover and cook for 3 more minutes. Uncover, add the coriander and stir.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1467 calories, Carbohydrate 124 grams, Fat 72 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 73 grams, Sugar 8 grams
SOPA SECA DE ARROZ- MEXICAN RICE
My BF said this was the best rice he had ever eaten. I adapted this recipe from a Sunset Mexican Cookbook. This recipe can easily be cut in half.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories White Rice
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a wide frying pan over medium-high heat, brown rice lightly in butter or margarine.
- Add onion, garlic, tomato, and chiles, if used and cook for 2 or 3 minutes; add 3 cups of the broth.
- Cover and simmer 25 to 35 minutes or bake, covered, in a 350F oven 50 to 60 minutes.
- Add more broth, if needed, to cook rice. However, there should be no liquid remaining when rice is tender to bite.
- Add cilantro, if desired, during last 10 minutes.
- Garnish rice with olives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 1319.5, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 13.6
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables: Don't just stick to carrots and celery. Try adding other vegetables like zucchini, spinach, or corn.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken can quickly become dry and tough if it's overcooked. Cook it just until it's cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use store-bought broth or make your own.
- Season the soup to taste: Don't be afraid to add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for chicken and rice soup include shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips.
Conclusion:
Chicken and rice soup is a classic comfort food that's easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious chicken and rice soup that's sure to warm you up on a cold day. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and rice soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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