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Szechwan Chicken Soup

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This vibrant Szechwan Chicken Soup is a quick and flavorful meal that brings the warmth of Asian cuisine to your table. Featuring tender cubes of cooked chicken, crisp green onions, and fresh pea pods, it&# 226;ÂÂs balanced with a hint of heat from red pepper. The broth is light yet satisfying, making it perfect for chilly evenings or when you need something comforting but not heavy. Ready in under 30 minutes, this soup is easy to prepare and delivers bold flavor in every spoonful.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 179.2
Dietary: Low-cal
Description
This vibrant Szechwan Chicken Soup is a quick and flavorful meal that brings the warmth of Asian cuisine to your table. Featuring tender cubes of cooked chicken, crisp green onions, and fresh pea pods, it&# 226;€™s balanced with a hint of heat from red pepper. The broth is light yet satisfying, making it perfect for chilly evenings or when you need something comforting but not heavy. Ready in under 30 minutes, this soup is easy to prepare and delivers bold flavor in every spoonful.
Ingredients
  • 3 Condensed chicken broth
  • 3 ounces Oriental noodles, chicken flavored, broken up
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper, ground
  • 3 cups Chicken, cooked, cubed (frozen chicken cubes work well)
  • 2 Apples, medium, cored and coarsely chopped
  • 6 ounces Pea pods, frozen
  • 4 Green onions, bias-sliced into 1 1/2-inch lengths
  • 3 3/4 cups Water
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the condensed chicken broth, Oriental noodles, red pepper, and 3 3/4 cups of water.
  2. 2
    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. 4
    Stir in the cooked chicken cubes, chopped apples, frozen pea pods, and sliced green onions.
  5. 5
    Return the soup to a boil, then immediately remove from heat.
  6. 6
    Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 179.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.0g14%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 66.8mg23%
Sodium 61.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 20.2g41%

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

Note

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of ground red pepper to taste.

If you don't have condensed chicken broth, you can use regular chicken stock and reduce the amount of water accordingly.

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.

Feel free to substitute other vegetables like spinach, bok choy, or mushrooms for variety.

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