Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup

Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup is my go-to recipe when I need something warming and healing. The aromatic ginger and garlic take this beyond ordinary chicken soup, creating layers of flavor that wake up your senses with every spoonful.

I’ll never forget making this soup during a cold snap last January. The smell of fresh ginger and garlic sizzling in the pot filled my entire house with the most incredible aroma. My family came running to the kitchen asking what smelled so good. This ginger garlic soup with chicken became an instant favorite because it delivers that restaurant-quality Asian-inspired flavor at home. The combination of tender chicken, chewy noodles, and crisp vegetables in aromatic broth makes this my comfort food MVP.

Simple Ingredients for Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup

I always use fresh ginger and garlic for this recipe because their aromatic oils make all the difference. Pro tip: Grate the ginger on a microplane rather than chopping it for better distribution throughout the soup.

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 2 large carrots, julienned
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cups bok choy or spinach
• 1 package (8 ounces) egg noodles or rice noodles
• 3 green onions, sliced for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make This Aromatic Chicken Noodle Soup

Step 1: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add thinly sliced chicken breast to the pot and season generously with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly golden. The chicken should register 165°F internally. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.

Step 2: In the same pot, add sliced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. The oil left from the chicken will help cook these aromatics. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the aromatics become fragrant and the onion starts to soften. Your kitchen will smell amazing at this point.

Step 3: Pour in chicken broth and water, then turn up the heat to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to maintain a steady simmer. This creates the flavorful base for your soup.

Step 4: Add julienned carrots and sliced bell pepper to the simmering broth. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly while maintaining some crunch. They should be tender but not mushy.

Step 5: Stir in egg noodles or rice noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually around 5 to 7 minutes for egg noodles or 3 to 4 minutes for rice noodles. The noodles should be tender but still have a slight chew.

Step 6: About 2 minutes before the noodles are done, add bok choy or spinach to the pot along with the cooked chicken. Stir gently and allow the greens to wilt. The bok choy will soften quickly while the chicken reheats.

Step 7: Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary. The ginger and garlic should be prominent but balanced.

Step 8: Ladle the ginger garlic chicken noodle soup into bowls and garnish generously with sliced green onions. The green onions add a fresh, sharp bite that complements the warming ginger.

Best Sides for Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup

This soup is filling on its own, but these sides enhance the Asian-inspired flavors beautifully.

Vegetable Spring Rolls: Crispy spring rolls provide textural contrast and their light, fresh filling complements the aromatic soup without overwhelming your palate.

Steamed Dumplings: Pork or vegetable dumplings make this meal more substantial and their savory filling pairs naturally with the ginger garlic broth.

Cucumber Salad: A simple cucumber salad with rice vinegar and sesame oil adds cooling crunch that balances the warming ginger and garlic flavors.

Edamame: Lightly salted edamame pods offer protein and a fun, interactive side that works perfectly with Asian-inspired soups.

More Nourishing Soup Recipes to Try

This ginger garlic chicken noodle soup provides healing warmth with Asian-inspired flavors, but there are wonderful Italian-style alternatives when variety is desired. The Chicken Tortellini Soup swaps noodles for cheese-filled tortellini in a comforting tomato-based broth. For elevated herb flavors, the Chicken Pesto Tortellini Soup incorporates fresh basil pesto that transforms every bite.

Craving something with sausage instead of chicken? The Sausage Tortellini Soup delivers robust Italian sausage in a rich, satisfying broth. For a seasonal option that combines meat and vegetables beautifully, try the Butternut Squash Sausage Tortellini Soup with its creamy butternut squash adding natural sweetness.

Storing Your Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup

Store ginger garlic chicken noodle soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. The noodles will continue to absorb broth as the soup sits, so it will thicken considerably.

When reheating, warm the soup gently on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add extra chicken broth or water to restore the soup’s consistency. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave.

Pro tip: For best results, store the cooked noodles separately from the soup base. This prevents them from getting mushy. When ready to eat, reheat the soup base and add fresh or stored noodles just before serving. The soup base without noodles freezes well for up to 3 months.

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