Chicken Back Soup

Chicken Back Soup is a rich, gelatinous broth-based dish made by simmering chicken backs (the bony part of the bird) with vegetables and aromatics. It is a staple in many cuisines worldwide, often valued for its deep flavor and restorative qualities. The broth becomes naturally thick and silky from the collagen released during slow cooking.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is very low in carbohydrates and high in protein and collagen, making it a nutrient-dense option. It provides essential minerals like calcium and magnesium from the bones, with a typical serving containing around 100-150 calories, depending on added ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's often considered a comfort food or home remedy in many traditions, prized for its potential joint and gut health benefits due to the high gelatin content. Nutritionally, the slow extraction of nutrients from bones makes it a highly bioavailable source of amino acids and minerals.