Simple Chicken Pho: A Comforting Bowl of Flavorful Goodness
A delicious and comforting bowl of simple chicken pho, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Entree
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, halved
- 1 inch ginger, sliced
- 2 star anise
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1 cilantro sprig
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken thighs, chicken broth, onion, ginger, and star anise. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Add fish sauce and rice noodles. Cook until noodles are tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, lime, green onions, and jalapeño, if desired.
Notes
- This recipe is adaptable; feel free to add more vegetables or spices to taste.
- For a richer flavor, simmer broth for longer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Simple Chicken Pho, Chicken Pho Recipe, Comfort Food, Vietnamese Soup