Description

A deeply comforting bowl of tender chicken, silky noodles, and a fragrant ginger–scallion broth finished with sesame and chili oil. This one-pot soup is warming, nourishing, and packed with bold, layered flavors.

Ingredients

2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs

6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

1 piece ginger (3 inches), peeled and finely chopped

1 bundle scallions (6 to 8 oz), thinly sliced, whites and greens separated

4 tsp kosher salt

Freshly ground black or white pepper, to taste

10 cups water

8 oz dried ramen noodles or dried curly noodles

1 cup carrot, cut into thin matchsticks

1/4 cup black rice vinegar

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tbsp toasted sesame oil

Crispy chili oil, to taste

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Instructions

In a large pot, combine the chicken thighs, garlic, ginger, scallion whites, salt, pepper, and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 to 18 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Skim off any foam from the surface to keep the broth clear.
Remove the chicken and transfer to a cutting board. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the pot.
Stir in the soy sauce, black rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Add the noodles and carrots. Cook according to package instructions, about 3 to 4 minutes, until noodles are tender.
Turn off the heat and stir in the scallion greens. Ladle into bowls and drizzle crispy chili oil over the top before serving.

Notes

For a leaner option, substitute chicken breasts for thighs.

Add baby spinach, bok choy, or sliced mushrooms for extra vegetables.

For a gluten-free version, use tamari and rice noodles.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, store noodles separately.

Freeze broth and chicken without noodles for up to 2 months.

Reheat gently on the stovetop and add a splash of water if the broth thickens.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Simmer
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 980 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg