Low Fat Chinese Noodle Soup
Warm your soul with this Low Fat Chinese Noodle Soup, a healthy twist on a timeless classic that’s as flavorful as it is nourishing. Made with tender rice noodles, lean chicken breast, fresh vegetables like bok choy, carrots, and mushrooms, and a fragrant broth infused with garlic and ginger, this soup delivers authentic Chinese-inspired flavors while keeping it light and guilt-free. Perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of white pepper, this dish is ready in just 45 minutes, making it an easy weeknight dinner or meal prep favorite. Garnished with vibrant cilantro and green onions, it’s a wholesome, low-fat option that’s brimming with nutrients and comforting aromas. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or something cozy to unwind with, this Low Fat Chinese Noodle Soup hits all the right notes for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 8 ounces rice noodles
- 1 piece boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 inch piece, sliced thinly fresh ginger
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 julienned large carrot
- 2 heads, quartered baby bok choy
- 3 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1 cup, sliced mushrooms
- 0.5 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 pinch white pepper
Instructions
In a large pot, combine the chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
While waiting for the broth to boil, slice the chicken breast thinly.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the sliced ginger and minced garlic to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Add the sliced chicken to the pot and cook for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the soy sauce, carrots, mushrooms, and bok choy. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Stir the cooked noodles into the soup.
Add the green onions, white pepper, and sesame oil. Stir to combine and cook for another 2 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 5554 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 90.1 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 3244 mg | 69% | |
*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.
