Sopa de Fideo with Chicken (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 4 tablespoons cooking oil, divided.
02 - 6 chicken drumsticks, skin on.
03 - 1 package (7 oz) fideo noodles.
04 - 6 cups warm water.
05 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste.
06 - 2 teaspoons garlic salt.
07 - 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon.
08 - Salt to taste.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-low. Season chicken with salt, cook until skin crispy, 7-8 minutes. Remove.
02 - Add remaining oil and toast fideo until golden brown, 6-8 minutes.
03 - Add water, tomato paste, garlic salt and bouillon. Stir until paste dissolves and simmer.
04 - Return chicken to pan. Cover and simmer 10 minutes.
05 - Turn off heat, let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

# Notes:

01 - Toasting noodles adds essential nutty flavor.
02 - Serve with tortillas or crusty bread.

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