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A steaming bowl of homemade chicken pho featuring translucent rice noodles topped with tender chicken slices, fresh herbs, lime wedges, and chili peppers, arranged delicately in a rustic bowl against a wooden table backdrop, with vibrant greens and reds contrasting the clear broth and noodles.

Wholesome Chicken Pho for Cozy Nights

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A hearty and aromatic Vietnamese chicken pho made with tender chicken, rice noodles, and fragrant herbs in a savory broth.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 8 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 12 oz rice noodles
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-inch piece of ginger, sliced
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional)
  • Fresh herbs: cilantro, basil, mint
  • Lime wedges, sliced chili peppers for garnish
  • Green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring chicken stock to a simmer. Add sliced onion, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, and soy sauce. Simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. Remove ginger and onion from broth. Add sliced chicken and cook until just done, about 5 minutes.
  4. Divide cooked noodles into bowls. Ladle hot broth and chicken over noodles.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, sliced chili, and green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a richer broth, add a few star anise or cinnamon stick during simmering.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Vietnamese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg