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A steaming macro shot of homemade ginger garlic chicken soup, highlighting the fresh ingredients and aromatic broth in a ceramic bowl.

Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Bowl

This Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup is a warm, comforting bowl packed with zesty broth, tender chicken, and noodles. A nourishing, easy-to-make recipe perfect for a cozy night in, ready in under an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil or sesame oil
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Ginger grated
  • 8 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or to taste
  • 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 2 Carrots thinly sliced
  • 2 stalks Celery thinly sliced
  • 8 oz Noodles ramen, udon, or egg noodles
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • 1 Knife and Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of olive oil or sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot. Cook until they are lightly browned and cooked through.
  3. Build the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Add the sliced carrots and celery. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  4. Cook the Noodles: While the soup is simmering, cook your noodles according to package directions in a separate pot. Drain them well once cooked. Keeping the noodles separate prevents them from getting mushy in the soup.
  5. Combine and Serve: Add the cooked noodles to the soup. Stir in the toasted sesame oil. Ladle the hot Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup into bowls.
  6. Garnish and Enjoy: Top each bowl with a generous sprinkle of sliced green onions and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting goodness!

Notes

Tip 1: For the best texture, cook your noodles separately and add them to individual bowls just before serving. This prevents them from absorbing too much broth and becoming soggy.
Tip 2: Feel free to customize your soup with extra vegetables! Sliced mushrooms, bok choy, or spinach are all wonderful additions. Add leafy greens in the last few minutes of cooking so they just wilt.
Tip 3: The quality of your chicken broth makes a big difference. Use a good quality store-bought broth or homemade, if you have it, for the most flavorful result.