Caldo de Pollo Recipe | How to Make Mexican Chicken Soup

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while yams can be cheaper.

Prepare the chicken by cleaning and cutting it into pieces.

In a large pot, add water and bring it to a boil.

Add the chicken pieces to the boiling water.

Chop the carrots, potatoes, and onions; add them to the pot.

Mince the garlic and add it along with salt and pepper to taste.

Simmer the soup for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Add chopped cilantro and lime juice just before serving.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot with additional lime wedges.

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