Description
Asian Chicken Noodle Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and wide egg noodles in a rich broth. This comforting soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, providing an aromatic experience with every spoonful. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, it’s like a warm hug in a bowl that brings loved ones together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups spinach or bok choy
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: mince garlic and ginger, slice carrots.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle sesame oil and sear chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce; bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to simmer.
- Add sliced carrots and cook until tender (about 10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Stir in egg noodles and cook according to package instructions until al dente (approximately 6-8 minutes).
- Just before serving, fold in chopped spinach or bok choy until wilted.
- Serve hot topped with green onions for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust seasonings gradually to suit your taste preferences. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.