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Asian Chicken Noodle and Spinach Soup

Asian chicken noodle and spinach soup in a white bowl next to a spoon on a round wooden serving tray
This Asian chicken noodle and spinach soup adds bright vegetables bold flavors, and a boost of nutrients to your favorite warm bowl of comfort!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • 1 bone-in chicken breast
  • 1 stalk celery, (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 carrot, (coarsely chopped)
  • ½ small small onion, (cut into wedges)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 scallions, (thinly sliced — green and white parts separated)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, (minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium tamari, (or soy sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 4 ounces egg noodles
  • ½ cup bell peppers, (thinly sliced)
  • 4 ounces baby spinach, (stems removed and cut into thin strips)

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breast, celery, carrot, and onion in a large pot. Add enough water to cover the ingredients.
    1 bone-in chicken breast, 1 stalk celery, 1 carrot, ½ small small onion
  • Bring everything to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, partially covered, for about 40 minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and let the chicken cool slightly while still in the liquid.
  • Once the chicken has cooled for 5-10 minutes, remove the skin and bones. Shred the meat, then set aside. Discard the vegetables.
  • Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add the scallion whites, ginger, and garlic, then cook, stirring often, until the onions have softened, about a minute or two.
    1 tablespoon sesame oil, 3 scallions, 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, 2 cloves garlic
  • Add the chicken broth, tamari or soy sauce, rice vinegar, and 1 cup of water to the pot.
    4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 tablespoon low-sodium tamari, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • Increase the heat to medium-high, cover, and bring to a slow boil.
  • Add the noodles, return to a boil, and cook until the noodles are almost done, about 6 to 7 minutes (or a minute less than the package says).
    4 ounces egg noodles
  • Stir in the bell peppers, shredded chicken, and spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about a minute.
    ½ cup bell peppers, 4 ounces baby spinach
  • Divide the soup into 4 serving bowls and top with scallion greens.

Notes

This recipe is for 4 servings.
To cut down on cooking time, use leftover cooked chicken or a store-bought rotisserie chicken and skip Steps 1-4. You'll need about 2 cups of meat.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. However, if you're using pre-cooked chicken, be sure to factor in how long it has already been in your refrigerator.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Asian Chicken Noodle and Spinach Soup
Serving Size
 
1 bowl
Amount per Serving
Calories
267
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5.9
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.7
g
9
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.9
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
48.2
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
272
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
229.6
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
27.6
g
9
%
Fiber
 
2.5
g
10
%
Sugar
 
4.4
g
5
%
Protein
 
33.9
g
68
%
Net carbs
 
25.1
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.