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A quick, weekday version of the Mexican comfort food classic: Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup).
Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup) - The Lemon BowlOne of my favorite Mexican dishes of all time is caldo de pollo which literally translates to “chicken broth.” Traditionally made with whole chicken pieces, I decided to take another busy-mom short cut and use shredded rotisserie chicken.

Since I was born in Tucson on the Mexican border, I’ve been eating this soup since I was a baby. My father, fluent in Spanish, would often order our entire meal without using a single word from the English language.

Caldo de Pollo Mexican Chicken Soup - The Lemon BowlWhat sets this soup apart from others is the bright pop of flavor from the garnishes: bright lime juice, fresh cilantro, minced onion and a hint of heat from spicy jalapeños. It will cure any cold, comfort any soul and warm any heart.

Naturally gluten free, it is commonly prepared with potato cubes or white rice so feel free to add either. If you can get your hand on homemade corn tortillas and a couple ripe avocados, I urge you to eat this soup with both.

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Slow Cooker Caldo de Pollo

A quick, weekday version of the Mexican comfort food classic: Caldo de Pollo (Mexican Chicken Soup).
4.08 from 13 votes
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: caldo de pollo, slow cooker
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 133kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

  • 8 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 12 ounces shredded chicken rotisserie works well
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 juice of lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • slices additional lime wedges minced cilantro and jalapeño - to serve

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients (chicken broth through pepper) in a slow cooker and stir to combine.
  • Heat on Low for 8 Hours or High for 4 Hours.
  • Serve with lime wedges and garnish with plenty of minced cilantro and jalapeño slices.
Nutrition Facts
Slow Cooker Caldo de Pollo
Amount Per Serving (2 cups)
Calories 133 Calories from Fat 20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0.7g 4%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 490mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 7.4g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g 4%
Sugars 3.2g
Protein 19.5g 39%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Gah I just sent a question but accidentally clicked only one star! I haven’t tried it yet but can’t imagine it’s 1 star! It’s I. My crockpot now and smells amazing!

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  2. Excited to try this! Exactly how much would you say one serving is? 1 cup? For logging in the myfitnesspal app…

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  3. I’ve been trying to find an authentic almost like the restaurant chicken and rice soup for ever!! I am making this tomorrow and I’m so excited!! If you’ve ever made this is with raw chicken did you use breasts or thighs and if so how many lbs!? Also, I wanted to add rice, do you know how many cups of the dry rice I should add and if so how much extra liquid!? Thanks so much!!!!

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  5. This soup is soooo amazing!!! I have made it a bunch of times and each time I change it up a little but is BY FAR one of my FAVORITES and not to mention so easy. Thanks so very much for this amazing recipe!! I switch it up by adding some celery and potatoes and also a packet of sazon for some extra spice but the recipe is great the way it is too!! Thanks again!!

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  7. Thanks so much for the recipe! Your pictures of the recipe are so colorful and enticing. I have this in the crockpot right now. So glad I found your site. Cheers!

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  11. Wow! What a great recipe! Since I live directly on the border with Mexico (El Paso) I’ve been getting acquainted with Mexican food and cooking a lot of it. This is definitely going on my list. And I’m going to have to break down and buy a slow cooker. Especially since I’m having to try to revive the brisket I did in the oven rather than in a slow cooker… This soup would make a great lunch with grilled queso sandwiches.

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  16. Love all the fresh garnishes on the top, so yummy, your right it totally does set it apart from other from others in the same category.

    Totally didn’t realize that your dad speaks spanish and your were born on the Mexican border, crazy cool! My husband grew up in Venezuela and Ecuador so he is fluent too, comes in handy. :)

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  18. Can wait to try this!! Quick question though,, do you think this would work the same by using frozen chicken instead of rotisserie in the crockpot?? Thx in advance! :)

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