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4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Fideo Triumph

A delicious and easy meal combining fideo noodles, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and onion, perfect for slow cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces dry fideo noodles
  • 2 cups canned tomato sauce
  • 3 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lightly grease the inside of the slow cooker if you wish for easier cleanup.
  2. Add the dry fideo, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and chopped onion to the slow cooker.
  3. Stir well to mix everything evenly, ensuring the fideo is mostly submerged in the liquid.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on Low for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring once halfway through cooking.
  2. Check the noodles after 90 minutes; they should be tender and most of the liquid absorbed.
  3. If needed, let it sit uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes to thicken before serving warm.
Serving Suggestions
  1. Serve the fideo warm, topped with garnishes like fresh cilantro, cheese, or diced avocado.
  2. Pairs well with a side of crusty bread or a simple salad.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider browning the dry fideo in a skillet with a little oil before adding it to the slow cooker. Stir halfway through cooking for even results and taste at the end to adjust broth for desired consistency.