SOPA DE CONCHITAS - Las Recetas del Rancho

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

shell pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: elbow macaroni

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber, while elbow macaroni is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Homemade broth is healthier and can be made from scraps.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add shell pasta and bay leaves; reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook until pasta is al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate diced carrots and zucchini; simmer until tender, about 5 minutes.

Season with salt, pepper, and chopped jalapeño to taste.

Remove bay leaves and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Serve hot with lime wedges and avocado slices.

Cooking Techniques

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