Description
Warm your soul with this creamy and comforting Macaroni Chicken Sopas! This Filipino classic combines tender macaroni, savory chicken, and a creamy broth to create the ultimate comfort food. Whether it’s a rainy day or a family gathering, this recipe will bring joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium white or yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 cup diced carrots (about 2 medium)
- 1 tablespoon patis (fish sauce)
- 1 cup (8 ounces) dry pasta, like elbow macaroni
- 1 cup (5.5 ounces) diced or shredded cooked chicken
- 2 (32-ounce) cartons chicken stock
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Sauté the Base Ingredients:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrots.
- Sauté for about 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the fish sauce to enhance the flavors.
- Build the Soup:
- Add the dry pasta and cooked chicken to the pot, stirring to combine.
- Pour in the chicken stock and stir well.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Season and Add Milk:
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the milk for a creamy finish.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Ladle the hot sopas into individual bowls and serve immediately.
- Pair with warm bread or enjoy as is!
Notes
- Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave. - Freezing Instructions:
Freeze cooled soup in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. - Vegetable Additions:
Feel free to add green beans, peas, or corn for extra flavor and nutrition. - Pasta Caution:
If you plan to freeze the soup, consider cooking the pasta separately to prevent it from becoming mushy upon reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Filipino