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A vibrant bowl of chicken pho featuring tender shredded chicken, rice noodles, fresh herbs like cilantro and basil, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers, all arranged attractively on a white ceramic bowl with a clear broth that glistens under warm lighting, garnished with green onions and bean sprouts for a fresh, inviting presentation.

Easy Chicken Pho Bowl

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A traditional Vietnamese chicken pho with aromatic broth, shredded chicken, rice noodles, and fresh herbs, served hot for a comforting and quick meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • Fresh herbs: cilantro, basil, green onions
  • Lime wedges
  • Sliced chili peppers
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken breasts in boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Remove and shred.
  2. In a large pot, sauté garlic, onion, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken broth, fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Cook rice noodles separately according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  5. Divide noodles into bowls, top with shredded chicken.
  6. Pour hot broth over noodles and chicken.
  7. Garnish with fresh herbs, lime wedges, and sliced chili peppers before serving.

Notes

  • You can add bean sprouts or sliced lotus root for extra crunch.
  • For a richer broth, simmer with chicken bones or add a dash of soy sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Boiling, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Vietnamese
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg