Star Sopas Recipe With Garlicky Chicken and Vegetables

This sopas recipe stands out with its garlic-forward flavor profile, layered into both the soup base and the chicken marinade. This simple yet smartly tweaked variation proves that usual pantry staples can make a typical Filipino comfort food even more special. Enjoy it on its own when you need something warm and soothing (not just on rainy or sick days!) or pair it with grilled or fried dishes for a heartier meal.

15 MINS

Cooking Time
Easy

Difficulty
15 MINS

Prep Time
4 People

Serves

250 grams chicken (cut into serving pieces)
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 piece onion (chopped finely)
7 cloves garlic (minced)
2 pieces Knorr Chicken Cubes
5 cups water
1 piece small carrot (chopped finely)
1 piece small sayote (chopped finely)
200 grams elbow macaroni (uncooked)
¼ cups evaporated milk

Season the Chicken Time: 10 minutes Rub chicken with salt and let it sit for at least 10 minutes.
Sauté the Aromatics Time: 2-3 minutes Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, then sauté until fragrant and slightly softened. Tip: Do not brown the garlic. Keep the heat moderate to avoid a bitter base.
Cook the Chicken Time: 4-5 minutes Add chicken and sauté until lightly browned and cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Build the Broth Time: 2 minutes Add Knorr Chicken Cubes. Mix well and allow them to fully dissolve, coating the chicken and aromatics.
Simmer and Finish Time: 5-6 minutes Pour in water and bring to a boil. Add carrot, sayote, and macaroni. Lower the heat, then gently pour in the evaporated milk. Simmer until vegetables are tender and the noodles are cooked through. Serve hot. Tip: Lower the heat before adding milk to prevent curdling and keep the broth smooth.

Amount per Serving

Nutritional values	Amount per Serving
Energy (kcal)	224.21 kcal
Protein (g)	13.94 g
Carbohydrates (g)	9.7 g
Sugar (g)	4.67 g
Fat (g)	14.44 g
Fibre (g)	1.85 g

What Is Chicken Sopas?

Chicken sopas is the Filipino take on chicken noodle soup, made with elbow macaroni in a creamy milk-based broth. It’s a dish where chicken and vegetables come together for that familiar, nostalgic taste in every spoonful. Filipino sopas uses simple ingredients but is the kind of soup that always hits the spot.

What Makes This Filipino Sopas Variation Different?

This chicken macaroni soup highlights garlic as a key flavor driver, building depth right from the sauté and carrying it through the chicken marinade. The result is a more aromatic and savory broth that feels fuller without adding extra ingredients. It’s a small tweak that makes the dish taste bolder and more savory.

What Other Macaroni Soup Versions Can You Try?

Sopas is easy to adapt based on what you have on hand or who you're cooking for. You can switch to beef, sausage, or hotdogs for a heartier take, or keep it meatless and add more vegetables like corn, cabbage, or celery. For a richer twist, stir in Knorr Cream of Mushroom to create a thicker, more indulgent broth.