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Szechuan Chicken Soup

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This vibrant Szechuan Chicken Soup delivers a bold, comforting warmth perfect for chilly evenings. The broth is infused with the distinctive heat of ground red pepper and savory chicken stock, creating a rich foundation for the dish. Tender cubes of cooked chicken provide substantial protein, while crisp frozen pea pods add a refreshing crunch and pop of green color. The inclusion of Oriental noodles makes this a hearty, filling meal that satisfies both hunger and cravings for complex flavors. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting lunch, offering a balance of spice, umami, and texture. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this soup brings authentic Chinese-inspired flavors to your home table without requiring hours of preparation.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 533.0
Description
This vibrant Szechuan Chicken Soup delivers a bold, comforting warmth perfect for chilly evenings. The broth is infused with the distinctive heat of ground red pepper and savory chicken stock, creating a rich foundation for the dish. Tender cubes of cooked chicken provide substantial protein, while crisp frozen pea pods add a refreshing crunch and pop of green color. The inclusion of Oriental noodles makes this a hearty, filling meal that satisfies both hunger and cravings for complex flavors. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting lunch, offering a balance of spice, umami, and texture. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this soup brings authentic Chinese-inspired flavors to your home table without requiring hours of preparation.
Ingredients
  • 3 ounce Oriental noodles
  • 6 ounce frozen pea pods, cut up
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 4 stalks green onions, bias-sliced into 1 1/2-inch lengths
  • 3 cup cooked chicken, cubed
  • 10 3/4 ounce chicken broth
  • 3 3/4 cup water
  • 1 packet Oriental flavoring packet (if using pre-seasoned noodles)
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the chicken broth, water, Oriental noodles, flavoring packet (if using), and ground red pepper.
  2. 2
    Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  3. 3
    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 10 minutes, or until the noodles are tender.
  4. 4
    Stir in the cubed cooked chicken, frozen pea pods, and sliced green onions.
  5. 5
    Return the soup to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to heat the chicken and vegetables through.
  6. 6
    Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 533.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.3g41%
Saturated Fat 6.8g34%
Cholesterol 176.0mg59%
Sodium 570.7mg24%
Total Carbohydrate 12.6g5%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g4%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 52.8g106%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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