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Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Aromatic Asian Chicken Noodle Soup for Cozy Nights

This Asian Chicken Noodle Soup features a luscious coconut broth, tender chicken, and delicate rice noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Simmering Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs can substitute with rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk light versions can compromise flavor
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste adjust spice level to taste
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
For the Noodles and Veggies
  • 8 ounces rice vermicelli
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets can substitute with broccoli
  • 1 cup mushrooms use favorite variety, like shiitake or button
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 inch ginger minced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 3 leaves kaffir lime leaves or substitute with lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar adjust to taste
  • to taste chili sauce (Sriracha) for spiciness

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside, leaving the delicious drippings behind.
  2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and sliced carrots. Sauté for about 4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and the carrots soften slightly. Stir in the red curry paste, ginger, and garlic. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot, pouring in the chicken broth and coconut milk. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, kaffir lime leaves, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return to the pot, stirring well.
  5. Gently stir in the rice vermicelli, mushrooms, red bell pepper, and cauliflower florets. Allow to cook for about 4-5 minutes or until noodles are nearly cooked through.
  6. Finally, stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice, adjusting seasoning with sriracha. Simmer for another minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be customized with different proteins and vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days; add noodles fresh when reheating.

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