Description
This easy chicken vermicelli soup is a comforting and flavorful meal ready in just 30 minutes. Combining tender shredded chicken, vermicelli noodles, and a savory broth infused with garlic, ginger, and fresh vegetables, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner that soothes the soul.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 large carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
- 6 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
Protein and Noodles
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 3 oz vermicelli noodles (about 1 cup dry)
Seasonings and Garnishes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and soften onions. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions become soft and translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Sauté garlic and ginger. Add the minced garlic and grated fresh ginger to the pot and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Cook carrots. Stir in the thinly sliced carrots and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly while stirring occasionally.
- Add chicken broth and simmer. Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add chicken and soy sauce. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and soy sauce if using. Let the soup simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Cook vermicelli noodles. Add the vermicelli noodles to the soup and cook according to the package instructions, usually around 3 to 4 minutes, until the noodles are tender but not mushy.
- Season the soup. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
- Serve with garnishes. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting warmth.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken speeds up the preparation time and adds extra flavor to the soup.
- Low sodium chicken broth allows you to control the saltiness of the soup.
- Adjust vermicelli cooking time based on package instructions as different brands vary.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes during the garlic sauté step.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
