Dairy-Free Filipino Chicken Sopas
Warm, comforting, and dairy-free, this Filipino Chicken Sopas is a bowl of pure joy that's perfect for chilly evenings or soothing the soul. This recipe swaps out traditional evaporated milk for creamy coconut milk, making it ideal for those with dairy allergies or preferences for plant-based alternatives. Tender chicken breast, gluten-free macaroni, and a medley of fresh vegetables—carrots, celery, cabbage, and aromatic scallions—are simmered in a fragrant chicken broth infused with bay leaves, garlic, and fish sauce for a signature Filipino flair. Ready in under an hour, this hearty yet gluten- and dairy-free chicken sopas is as nutritious as it is delicious, with every spoonful offering a burst of familiar flavors and wholesome comfort. Perfect as a standalone dish or paired with crusty bread, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a modern twist on a Filipino classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 250 grams Gluten-free macaroni pasta
- 2 medium Carrots
- 2 medium Celery stalks
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 150 grams Cabbage
- 1 liter Chicken broth
- 200 ml Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 leaves Bay leaves
- 2 stalks Scallions (green part only)
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
Instructions
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
Add sliced chicken breast to the pot and cook until lightly browned.
Stir in sliced carrots and celery, cooking for another 5 minutes.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add bay leaves, fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
Stir in the gluten-free macaroni and allow it to cook for about 8 minutes or until almost tender.
Add the chopped cabbage and coconut milk, cooking for another 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Adjust seasonings to taste, adding extra salt or pepper if needed.
Remove bay leaves, then ladle the soup into bowls.
Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your comforting bowl of dairy-free Filipino Chicken Sopas.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.0 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 7837 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.8 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.2 g | ||
| Protein | 179.3 g | 359% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 3878 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
