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Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup

Hearty Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup for Ultimate Comfort

Aromatic Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup is the ultimate comfort food, brimming with tender chicken, soft noodles, and a richly flavored broth that uplifts your spirits.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts but monitor cooking time.
  • 6 cloves Garlic Thinly sliced; essential for flavor.
  • 3 inches Ginger Peeled and finely chopped; fresh is recommended.
  • 6-8 oz Scallions Divided; both whites for cooking and greens for garnish.
  • 4 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to taste; sea salt is a substitute.
  • Freshly Ground Pepper For seasoning.
  • 10 cups Water Consider using chicken broth for added flavor.
Noodles and Veggies
  • 8 oz Dried Ramen Noodles Primary carb; adjust cooking time for other noodles.
  • 1 cup Carrot Cut into thin matchsticks.
Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Black Rice Vinegar Can substitute with rice vinegar or white wine vinegar.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Use low sodium for a healthier option.
  • 2 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Replace with regular sesame oil if toasting isn’t available.
  • Crispy Chili Oil Adjust to taste, or replace with fresh chilies or chili flakes.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • cutting board
  • Tongs
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large pot over high heat, combine boneless skinless chicken thighs, thinly sliced garlic, chopped ginger, scallion whites, kosher salt, freshly ground pepper, and 10 cups of water. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Once boiling, lower the temperature to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked and tender.
  3. While the chicken simmers, whisk together black rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and crispy chili oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the pot.
  5. Add dried ramen noodles and thin matchsticks of carrots into the simmering broth. Cook according to package instructions, about 3–4 minutes.
  6. After the noodles and carrots are cooked, heat everything together over low heat for another minute. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, topping with reserved scallion greens and a drizzle of sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze without noodles for up to 3 months.

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