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Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup Easy Dinner Recipe

Aromatic Ginger Scallion Chicken Noodle Soup

This fragrant ginger scallion chicken noodle soup is light yet deeply comforting. Tender chicken thighs simmer with garlic, ginger, and scallions, finished with springy noodles and a savory soy-vinegar drizzle for customizable umami heat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 inch fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1 bundle scallions, thinly sliced (whites and greens separated)
  • 4 tsp kosher salt
  • freshly ground black or white pepper, to taste
  • 10 cups water
  • 8 oz dried ramen or curly noodles
  • 1 cup carrots, cut into thin matchsticks
  • ¼ cup black rice vinegar
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • crispy chili oil, to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken thighs, garlic, ginger, scallion whites, kosher salt, pepper, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is very tender.
  2. While the soup simmers, whisk together black rice vinegar, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and crispy chili oil to taste in a bowl. Set aside for drizzling.
  3. Remove the cooked chicken from the pot and transfer to a cutting board. Add noodles and carrot matchsticks to the broth and cook according to package instructions, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return it to the pot once the noodles are tender and stir gently to combine. Simmer for 1 more minute to rewarm.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash of soy sauce if desired.
  6. Divide soup among bowls. Top with reserved scallion greens and drizzle each bowl with about 1 tablespoon of the soy-vinegar sauce. Serve hot, with extra chili oil on the side.

Notes

This soup is excellent for meal prep—store broth and noodles separately for best texture. Add mushrooms or bok choy for extra vegetables.