Asian Style Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Name: Asian Style Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 lb chicken backs and necks; 5 quart water; 1 x chicken breast; 1 x (3 inch) piece of fresh ginger, sliced; 1 x onion, coarsely minced; 4 whl cloves; 4 x black peppercorns; 2 piece star anise; 2 x lemons; 2 x green onions Salt and pepper, to taste Healthy pinch of sugar; 8 ounce egg noodles or possibly other pasta; 1 x carrot, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch-thick slices; 1 x celery stalk, cut into 1/2 inch-thick slices Fresh basil, leaves cut into chiffonade Minced fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

5 lb chicken backs and necks
5 quart water
1 x chicken breast
1 x (3 inch) piece of fresh ginger, sliced
1 x onion, coarsely minced
4 whl cloves
4 x black peppercorns
2 piece star anise
2 x lemons
2 x green onions Salt and pepper, to taste Healthy pinch of sugar
8 ounce egg noodles or possibly other pasta
1 x carrot, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch-thick slices
1 x celery stalk, cut into 1/2 inch-thick slices Fresh basil, leaves cut into chiffonade Minced fresh cilantro

1
Combine the chicken backs and necks, water, chicken breast, ginger, onion, cloves, peppercorns and star anise in heavy large stockpot.
2
Cut one lemon into quarters.
3
Add in to pot.
4
Bring to a boil.
5
Reduce heat and simmer for 45 min, till chicken breast is cooked through.
6
Transfer breast to plate.
7
Continue simmering stock, skimming any foam which rises to surface, till reduced by half, about 1-1 1/2 hrs.
8
Strain into large skillet.
9
Skim fat.
10
Remove meat from chicken breast and tear into shreds.
11
Throw away skin and bones.
12
Thinly slice green onions, keeping white and green parts separate.
13
Season stock with generous amount of salt and pepper.
14
Add in healthy pinch of sugar.
15
Bring to boil.
16
Add in pasta, white parts of green onion, carrot and celery.
17
Boil till pasta is tender, but still hard to the bite.
18
Adjust seasoning.
19
Add in chicken.
20
Heat through.
21
Cut remaining lemon into wedges.
22
Serve soup with basil, cilantro, green onion tops and lemon wedges.
23
Serves four to six.

1299

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

194

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 lb chicken backs and necks, 5 quart water, 1 x chicken breast, 1 x (3 inch) piece of fresh ginger, sliced, and more.

Yes, Asian Style Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!