Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
This Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting and flavorful homemade recipe featuring tender chicken, fresh ginger and garlic, hearty vegetables, and egg noodles simmered together in a savory broth. Perfect for a cozy meal, this soup combines the zing of ginger with aromatic garlic for an ultimate soothing dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Main 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
- 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 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and soft.
- Add Broth and Water: Pour in the chicken broth and water, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the vegetables to become tender and the flavors to meld.
- Return Chicken: Add the browned chicken back into the pot along with the soy sauce if using, stirring to combine.
- Cook Noodles: Stir in the egg noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5-7 minutes, until noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Add Greens: In the last few minutes of cooking, add the bok choy or spinach to the soup to wilt gently.
- Season: Taste the soup and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions for a burst of freshness and color.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture.
- Adjust the amount of ginger to your taste for more or less zing.
- For a gluten-free option, use rice noodles instead of egg noodles.
- Adding a splash of soy sauce enhances the umami flavor but is optional.
- Fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions add brightness at serving time.
Keywords: Ginger Garlic Chicken Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Asian Chicken Soup, Comfort Food, Homemade Soup, Easy Chicken Soup
