Asopao de Pollo
Asopao de Pollo is a hearty, soupy rice dish from Puerto Rico, often described as a cross between a thick soup and a risotto. It features chicken, rice, and a flavorful sofrito base, typically with vegetables like olives, peppers, and tomatoes. It's a beloved comfort food across the Caribbean and Latin America.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced meal, high in protein from the chicken and complex carbohydrates from the rice. A typical serving provides a good source of fiber and essential minerals like iron and potassium, with a rough calorie count of 400-500 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 50 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
Per 1.5 cups (360 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Asopao's unique, porridge-like consistency comes from the rice releasing starch as it simmers in the broth, creating a naturally thickened, one-pot meal. It's a culturally significant dish often served at family gatherings and is considered a restorative 'comfort food' for its warmth and heartiness.
