Description
Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and bold aromatic flavors. Perfect for chilly days or when you’re feeling under the weather.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 cups egg noodles or your preferred noodles
- 1 cup bok choy or spinach
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
3. In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir well to combine.
5. Add the sliced carrots and celery. Bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the browned chicken back into the pot, along with the soy sauce (if using).
8. Stir in the noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5-7 minutes.
9. In the last few minutes of cooking, add the bok choy or spinach to wilt.
10. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
11. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro or green onions.
Notes
This soup is incredibly flexible—swap in rice noodles or zucchini noodles for a gluten-free option.
Use rotisserie chicken for a faster prep time.
For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
This soup stores well in the fridge for 3-4 days and also freezes beautifully for future meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g