Aromatic Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup
Aromatic Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup is a warm and comforting dish that brings a delightful balance of flavors to your table. This soup features tender chicken, fragrant ginger, and crisp scallions simmered in a flavorful broth, creating the perfect meal for chilly evenings or busy lunches. With its quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for anyone looking for a nutritious and satisfying option. You can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or noodles, making it versatile enough for any palate. Enjoy this cozy bowl of goodness that not only nurtures your body but also warms your soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 10 cups water
- 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 piece ginger (3 inches), peeled and finely chopped
- 1 bundle scallions (6 to 8 oz), divided into whites and greens
- 1/4 cup black rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 8 oz dried ramen noodles or dried curly noodles
- 1 cup carrot, cut into thin matchsticks
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add chicken thighs, garlic, ginger, scallion whites, salt, and pepper. Pour in the water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred once cooled slightly. Add noodles and carrot matchsticks to the broth and cook according to noodle package instructions.
- Stir in shredded chicken along with black rice vinegar and soy sauce. Let it simmer for a few additional minutes.
- Serve hot topped with scallion greens and crispy chili oil as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg