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Chicken Pho

A quick and comforting chicken pho with tender chicken, rice noodles, and fresh herbs. Ready in about 20 minutes, this simplified version brings the flavors of Vietnam to your weeknight table.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
30g
Chicken Pho
comfortingquickVietnamesedairy-freechickenbrothytenderweeknight

Ingredients

  • 2 whole chicken breast
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 inch piece fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 whole lime

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, bring 6 cups chicken broth and 2 inch ginger (sliced) to a boil. Add 2 chicken breasts and simmer until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Remove chicken, shred, and set aside.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, cook 8 oz rice noodles according to package directions, then drain and divide among bowls.

  3. 3

    Top noodles with shredded chicken and ladle hot broth over. Serve with lime wedges, bean sprouts, fresh herbs, and chili slices if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • knife
  • cutting board

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