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Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Carnitas Soup

This Carnitas Soup delivers 69g protein and 871 calories per serving — a protein-packed single meal for bulk phases. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in one vessel, eliminating multi-pan cleanup while delivering exceptional protein density. Hit 65+ gram protein targets in one bowl, freeing up meal slots for carb-focused training nutrition.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Low Sodium Chicken Broth(1440g)
  • Potato, Yukon Gold(454g)
  • Pork Carnitas(960g)
  • Salsa Verde, Prepared, Store-Bought(454g)
  • Cumin, Ground(10g)

Instructions

  1. 1# Stovetop Method
  2. 2Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into ½-inch cubes and set aside.
  3. 3Pour the chicken broth into a large stockpot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat (about 3–5 minutes).
  4. 4Add the diced potatoes, pork carnitas, salsa verde, and ground cumin to the boiling broth; stir to combine.
  5. 5Return to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender and easily pierced.
  6. 6Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. 7Divide the soup evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
  8. 8Serve warm, reheating gently over medium heat or in the microwave until steaming.
  9. 9# Slow Cooker Method
  10. 10Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into ½-inch cubes.
  11. 11Add the chicken broth, diced potatoes, pork carnitas, salsa verde, and ground cumin to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
  12. 12Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours (or on high for 3–4 hours) until the potatoes are completely fork-tender.
  13. 13Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  14. 14Divide the soup evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
  15. 15Serve warm, reheating gently over medium heat or in the microwave until steaming.
  16. 16# Instant Pot Method
  17. 17Dice the Yukon Gold potatoes into ½-inch cubes.
  18. 18Add the chicken broth, diced potatoes, pork carnitas, salsa verde, and ground cumin to the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
  19. 19Close the lid securely, set the vent to "Sealing," and press the Manual button. Adjust the +/− buttons until the timer reads 8 minutes on high pressure.
  20. 20Once cooking completes, carefully switch the vent to "Venting" for quick release and wait until all steam has released and the valve drops completely.
  21. 21Carefully remove the lid and taste. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  22. 22Divide the soup evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
  23. 23Serve warm, reheating gently over medium heat or

Nutrition — Per Serving

871

calories

69g

protein

52g

fat

Carbohydrates
29g
Saturated fat
18.6g
Sodium
1683 mg
Dietary fiber
4.8g

4 servings per batch · ~830g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Carnitas Soup have per serving?

Each serving delivers 69g of protein and 871 calories with 52g fat and 29g carbs. This is a high-protein, calorie-dense option that supports serious strength training nutrition targets.

How long does Carnitas Soup take to make?

Carnitas Soup is a quick prep recipe that makes 4 servings in one stovetop session. Batch-prepping all four portions at once means you have multiple high-protein meals ready for the week.

Is Carnitas Soup good for muscle gain?

At 69g protein and 871 calories per serving, this soup is optimized for muscle gain phases where hitting elevated daily protein and calorie targets is essential. The balanced macro ratio supports both protein synthesis and energy for heavy training sessions.

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