Description

A quick and flavorful chicken noodle soup featuring a zingy ginger and rich garlic broth, perfect for cozy comfort on chilly days.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
4 large garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
6 cups (1.4 liters) low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
6 ounces (170g) wide egg noodles
2 green onions, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

Prepare your ingredients: peel and slice the ginger into thin coins, mince the garlic, slice the carrots and celery, and cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ginger slices and minced garlic, stirring for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.
Add the chicken pieces to the pot, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until no longer pink on the outside, about 4-5 minutes.
Add the sliced carrots and celery, then pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
While the soup simmers, cook the egg noodles separately according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Add the cooked noodles to the pot, stir gently to combine, and heat through for 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.

Notes

Cook noodles separately to prevent them from becoming mushy. Use low-sodium broth and soy sauce to control saltiness. Fresh ginger and garlic provide the best flavor, but ground ginger can be used as a substitute. Let soup rest off heat for 5 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1.5 cups per s
Calories: 270
Fat: 8
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 2
Protein: 22

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