Quick Chicken Pho That's Ready in 20 Minutes for Cozy Nights

Quick Chicken Pho is a comforting noodle soup ready in 20 minutes, blending traditional Vietnamese flavors with simplicity.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Soup

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Broth

6 cups low sodium chicken broth homemade or store-bought
1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
1-2 pieces red chilies chopped
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar or honey/maple syrup

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, sliced thinly
to taste salt
to taste pepper
1 tablespoon oil vegetable or canola for high-heat cooking

For the Noodles and Garnish

8 ounces dried pho noodles or rice noodles for gluten-free
2 cups fresh bean sprouts or shredded cabbage
to taste fresh mint
to taste cilantro
to taste Thai basil
1 piece lime cut into wedges

Equipment

pot
skillet
Measuring Cups
measuring spoons

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Broth: Boil water for noodles. In a pot, combine chicken broth, ginger, red chilies, fish sauce, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
Sear the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat oil and sear chicken for 5-6 minutes per side. Remove and let it rest.
Cook the Noodles: In boiling water, cook pho noodles for 5-6 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Assemble the Bowls: Divide noodles into bowls, ladle broth over them, and top with sliced chicken.
Garnish and Serve: Add bean sprouts, fresh herbs, and lime wedges to each bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 27gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your pho with additional ingredients like shrimp or extra veggies for personalized flavors.

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