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Easy Chicken Pho: A Cozy Recipe for Delicious Homemade Comfort

easy chicken pho

This easy chicken pho recipe is a comforting and delicious homemade dish that’s perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 onion, halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 8 ounces rice noodles
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • fresh herbs (basil, cilantro, mint)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, chicken breast, star anise, cinnamon stick, onion, and garlic.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
  4. Add fish sauce and stir well.
  5. In a separate pot, cook rice noodles according to package instructions.
  6. Distribute noodles into bowls and ladle hot broth over them.
  7. Top with green onions, herbs, and lime wedges before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add sliced jalapeños.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste with more fish sauce if desired.

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Keywords: easy chicken pho, homemade pho, comfort food, chicken soup