A flavorful and hearty Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup made with tender chicken, fresh ginger, garlic, vegetables, and noodles in a savory broth, perfect for a comforting meal.
Author:Sandra
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:6 servings
Category:Soup
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Asian
Ingredients
Protein and Oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Aromatics
1 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced
Broth and Liquids
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
Vegetables
2 carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 cup bok choy or spinach
Others
2 cups egg noodles or your preferred noodles
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Cook Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned, about 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
Add Broth and Water: Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir well to combine.
Incorporate Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots and celery. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Simmer: Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Return Chicken: Add the browned chicken back into the pot, along with the soy sauce if using.
Cook Noodles: Stir in the noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 7 minutes.
Add Greens: In the last few minutes of cooking, add the bok choy or spinach to wilt.
Season: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro or green onions.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat or breasts for a leaner option.
Vegetable oil can be substituted with olive oil or avocado oil for different flavors.
Add more ginger and garlic if you prefer stronger aromatic flavors.
You can substitute egg noodles with rice noodles or any preferred pasta.
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free noodles and tamari instead of soy sauce.
Adjust the seasoning by adding more soy sauce or salt to taste at the end.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.