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Filipino Chicken Macaroni Sopas

A creamy and comforting Filipino chicken soup loaded with macaroni, vegetables, and tender shredded chicken. This hearty sopas features sautéed aromatics, chopped ham, and a rich milky broth that makes it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or cold rainy days.

Difficulty Hard
Time 90 min
Servings 6
Ingredients 14
Steps 13
Filipino Chicken Macaroni Sopas
Filipino Updated 10/2/2014

Ingredients

Measured from the catalog payload.

  • 1 lb chicken skin removed
  • 2 ounces ham chopped
  • 1/2 lb elbow macaroni
  • 4 stalks celery minced
  • 1 piece yellow onion minced
  • 1 piece carrot diced
  • 1 1/2 cups cabbage chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

13 cooking steps

  1. Bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the chicken. Boil the chicken in low to medium heat for 45 minutes or until tender.
  3. Remove the chicken and let cool. Set-aside the water used to boil the chicken. We'll use this later.
  4. Once the chicken reaches room temperature, shred the meat using your hands. Discard (throw away) the bones.
  5. Meanwhile, heat a clean large cooking pot.
  6. Pour-in the butter and oil. Once the butter and oil becomes hot, sauté the onion, carrot, and celery for 3 minutes.
  7. Add the shredded chicken and chopped ham. Cook for 2 minutes.
  8. Pour-in the chicken broth and the remaining water used to boil the chicken. Stir and let boil. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  9. Add the elbow macaroni and cabbage. Cook for 15 minutes. Add more water if needed.
  10. Pour-in the milk. Stir and let boil.
  11. Add salt and pepper to adjust the taste.
  12. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve.
  13. Share and enjoy!

Catalog details

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Recipe notes

  • For a quicker version, use leftover rotisserie chicken and store-bought chicken broth
  • Add extra milk if you prefer a creamier consistency
  • Evaporated milk can be substituted for fresh milk for a richer flavor

Storage notes

  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
  • Add a splash of milk or water when reheating to restore the desired consistency