Caldo De Pollo Recipe
Fresh and healthy chicken broth with chicken, vegetables, onions and cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables
Herbs and Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the whole chicken under cold water and remove any giblets from the cavity. Pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Herbs
Rinse the cilantro and set aside. Prepare bay leaves by ensuring they are clean.
Cooking
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- 6
Bring to a Boil
Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- 7
Simmer the Broth
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- 8
Remove Chicken
Carefully remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the meat from the bones and discard the skin and bones.
- 9
Strain the Broth
Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve to remove the vegetables and herbs, returning the clear broth to the pot.
- 10
Add Shredded Chicken
Add the shredded chicken back into the pot with the broth. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
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