Asian Chicken Soup with Soba Noodles

4.72 stars average

Loaded in flavor and bursting with nutrients, this soup is a one pot meal providing all the protein, carb and veggies in one dish.

Course Soup

Cuisine Asian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 443kcal

8 ounces soba noodles cooked according to package directions
4 cups chicken broth low sodium
½ cup scallions sliced & reserve 2 tbs for garnish
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons ginger minced
1 tablespoon chili garlic paste
.25 cup rice wine vinegar
.25 cup soy sauce low sodium
2 tablespoons mirin or sherry cooking wine
2 tablespoons sesame oil
12 ounces boneless chicken breast sliced thin
4 cups napa cabbage shredded
3 cups red cabbage shredded
fresh cilantro, lime wedges, Sriracha and thinly sliced onion optional, to serve

Prepare soba noodles according to package instructions and set aside.
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large soup pot.
Meanwhile, wisk together scallions, sugar, ginger, chili garlic paste, vinegar, soy, mirin and sesame oil in a small bowl.
Once broth comes to a boil, add scallion soy mixture, sliced chicken breast and cabbage. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 3 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
Divide soba evenly into 4 bowls and pour soup on top. Garnish with remaining scallions and serve with lime wedges, Sriracha, onion and cilantro if you wish.

Excellent source of Vitamins C and A, good source iron and calcium.