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Chicken Pho

Aromatic Vietnamese broth served with rice noodles, chicken, and fresh spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 3 star anise pods
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 inch piece ginger sliced
  • 1 onion halved
  • 8 oz rice noodles
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 cup fresh herbs basil, cilantro, mint

Method
 

  1. Char the onion and ginger in a dry pot until fragrant.
  2. Add the broth, star anise, and cinnamon and simmer 30 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken and poach for about 15 minutes, until it reaches 165°F (74°C), then shred it.
  4. Strain the broth and stir in the fish sauce.
  5. Cook the rice noodles according to the package directions, then drain.
  6. Divide cooked rice noodles and chicken into bowls, ladle the broth over, and pile on fresh herbs.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges, bean sprouts, and sliced chili on the side.