Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup)
~₱175(estimated)3–4 servings45 minutes
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Creamy-style sopas using neck/back chicken and a small can of evap—one pot feeds the family with elbow macaroni and gulay.
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Ingredients
This Filipino recipe is built for budget meals—Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) delivers the kind of ulam satisfaction you want, without the big spend.
For under ₱180 cooking, this ingredient list is designed to be practical: you’ll know exactly what goes in, how much to use, and what to prioritize so your Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) tastes great every time.
Use these ingredients as your quick prep checklist, then follow the steps for a smooth cook—perfect for everyday Filipino home kitchens and meal planning for 3–4 servings.
Shopping list
- Chicken neck & back – 400g
- Elbow macaroni – 250g
- Evaporated milk – 168ml can
- Carrot – 1 pc
- Repolyo wedge
- Onion – 1/2 pc
- Garlic – 3 cloves
- Salt – 1/2 tsp
- Ground black pepper – 1/4 tsp
- Fish sauce (patis) – 1 tsp
Quick cost check
- Chicken neck & back – 400g~ ₱ 80
- Elbow macaroni – 250g~ ₱ 35
- Evaporated milk – 168ml can~ ₱ 14
- Carrot – 1 pc~ ₱ 12
- Repolyo wedge~ ₱ 16
- Onion – 1/2 pc~ ₱ 7
- Garlic – 3 cloves~ ₱ 6
- Salt – 1/2 tsp~ ₱ 1
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Steps
- 1Simmer chicken in water with onion and garlic until meat is tender; shred meat and strain broth.
- 2In the broth, cook macaroni until almost al dente.
- 3Add carrot and repolyo; simmer until vegetables are tender.
- 4Stir in shredded chicken and evap milk; heat through without boiling hard. Salt and pepper to taste. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, fish sauce (patis) as needed.
Notes
Total cost (estimated)
~₱175
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location and market conditions.
Serving size
3–4 servings
Tips
Cooking tips to help your Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) turn out flavorful, tender, and budget-meals friendly.
- **Neck/back** is cheap and makes flavorful broth—skim fat if you want a lighter soup.
- Thin with hot water if the macaroni absorbs too much liquid.
Variations
Ingredient alternatives and smart swaps so you can still make Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) even when your pantry runs low.
- Add **hotdog slices** only when you have leftovers from another meal.
- **Cabbage** can fully replace repolyo depending on price.
Serving Suggestions
What to pair with Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) for a complete Filipino meal.
- Serve Filipino Chicken Sopas Under ~₱175 for 4 (Macaroni Soup) with rice so your budget meals feel full and satisfying.
- Pair with a simple side salad or steamed gulay to balance the flavors.
- For extra aroma, pair with a light broth or soup version on the side if available.
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