🍜 Fideo Con Pollo — Mexican Chicken & Toasted Noodle Soup

A warm, comforting classic that fills the home with rich tomato‑aromas and satisfies like nothing else—a bowl of Fideo Con Pollo is the perfect choice for family dinners, chilly evenings, or anytime you want soul‑food with Mexican flair. Tender chicken drumsticks simmered alongside fideo noodles, in a lightly tomato’d, garlicky broth—it’s homespun deliciousness in every slurp.

Whether you grew up eating dishes like this or are discovering them anew, this recipe delivers comfort, flavor, and simplicity. Best of all? It uses humble pantry staples and comes together quickly, with the kind of warmth that turns dinner into memory.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 🍗 Tender, juicy chicken with crisped skin and deep flavor from browning.
• 🍜 Toasted fideo noodles — their toasty, golden flavor transforms the broth.
• 🍅 Rich tomato‑based broth enhanced with garlic and bouillon—not heavy, but deeply satisfying.
• ⏲️ Quick prep, long flavor payoff — resting brings out richness without extra fuss.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Comfort cooking — ideal for family meals or when you’re craving something soothing.

🛒 Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make Fideo Con Pollo:

👩‍🍳 Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a 3‑quart or 10‑inch pan over medium‑low heat.
2. Season the chicken drumsticks with salt. When the oil is hot, add the drumsticks.
3. Cook, turning occasionally, until the skin is browned and crispy—about 7–8 minutes. Don’t worry, the chicken won’t be fully cooked yet at this stage. Set it aside.

2. Toast the Fideo

4. In the same pan (don’t clean it—leave the fond/flavor!), add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil.
5. Add the dry fideo noodles. Toast over medium‑low heat, stirring constantly so they brown evenly without burning. You want a light golden brown color — about 6–8 minutes.

3. Build the Broth

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