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A steaming bowl of chicken pho featuring tender sliced chicken in a clear, aromatic broth filled with rice noodles, fresh herbs, lime wedges, and colorful vegetables, plated in a white bowl with chopsticks resting on the side, bright and inviting setting

Easy Chicken Pho for Comforting Soups

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A rich and aromatic chicken pho soup made with tender chicken, rice noodles, and fresh herbs, perfect for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Rice noodles
  • Chicken broth
  • Garlic cloves
  • Ginger slices
  • Fish sauce
  • Fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, green onions)
  • Liquid lime wedges
  • Bean sprouts
  • Jalapeño slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil with garlic and ginger slices.
  3. Add chicken to the broth and simmer until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, shred or slice thinly, then return to the broth.
  5. Add fish sauce for depth of flavor and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Divide noodles into serving bowls, ladle hot broth and chicken over noodles.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, bean sprouts, and jalapeño slices if desired.
  8. Serve immediately, enjoy the comforting flavors!

Notes

  • Adjust spice level with jalapeños or chili oil.
  • Use bone-in chicken for richer broth if preferred.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg