Description
Chicken Pho is a soul-soothing Vietnamese noodle soup that combines tender chicken, aromatic broth, and fresh herbs for a comforting dining experience. Each bowl is a beautiful blend of flavors that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Vietnam. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also adaptable to various dietary preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a bowl of deliciousness that feels like a warm hug!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, sliced thinly
- 6 oz flat rice noodles
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 lime wedges
- Sriracha sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sauté garlic and ginger for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and pour in the chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Carefully remove the chicken and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Add rice noodles to the broth and cook according to package instructions (about 4-5 minutes).
- Divide noodles among serving bowls, top with shredded chicken, and ladle hot broth over each bowl.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, squeeze lime juice on top, add Sriracha if desired, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg