Low Carb Pho Chicken Soup
Indulge in the warm, aromatic flavors of this Low Carb Pho Chicken Soup—an inspired twist on the classic Vietnamese dish, perfect for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. This recipe features tender chicken breasts simmered in a fragrant broth infused with charred onion, ginger, and traditional spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves, offering authentic pho flavors without added carbs. Instead of rice noodles, nutrient-packed zucchini noodles (zoodles) make a vibrant and guilt-free base, while fresh herbs like basil and cilantro, crisp bean sprouts, and zesty lime bring layers of texture and freshness to every bite. Ready in under an hour, this wholesome pho recipe is perfect for cozy nights when you want a comforting, low-carb meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 units chicken breasts
- 1 large onion
- 2 inches fresh ginger
- 1 unit cinnamon stick
- 3 units whole cloves
- 2 units star anise
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 3 cups zucchini noodles (zoodles)
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 units green onions
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1 unit lime
- 1 unit jalapeño
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Peel and halve the onion. Char it on a dry pan on medium-high heat for about 4 minutes until it's slightly blackened. Do the same with the ginger. Set aside.
In a large pot, combine the charred onion, ginger, chicken breasts, cinnamon stick, cloves, star anise, and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 25 minutes, skimming the surface occasionally.
Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and set them aside to cool slightly.
Strain the broth to remove the spices, onion, and ginger, returning the clear broth back to the pot.
Add fish sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Keep warm.
Slice the cooled chicken breasts thinly.
Divide the zucchini noodles into serving bowls, and equally distribute the chicken slices on top.
Pour the hot broth over the chicken and zucchini noodles.
Top with fresh basil, cilantro, chopped green onions, and bean sprouts.
Thinly slice the jalapeño and lime. Add jalapeño slices to the soup and serve with lime wedges.
Enjoy your flavorful and low-carb Pho Chicken Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 9610 mg | 418% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 147.4 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 458 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3418 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
