Lunch: Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen Chicken soup is undeniably comforting when you're battling a cold—but throw fresh ginger in there, and it's even better. The zingy addition heightens the flavor and helps soothe your sinuses.

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Chicken Breast

Health and fertility benefits of Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

2 bone-in chicken breast halves (about 2 lb total)
3 medium carrots, sliced 1/4 in. thick
2 stalk celery
1 medium onion
2-in piece fresh ginger
2 32- oz. containers low-sodium chicken broth or water
Kosher salt and pepper
6 oz. rice noodles
2 c. bean sprouts
1 jalapeño
1 c. fresh cilantro
2 limes
Asian or other hot sauce, for serving

Instructions

Place the chicken, carrots, celery, onion and ginger in a large pot. Add the broth, cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, add 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper and simmer, covered, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. (Skim and discard any foam that rises to the top.)
Meanwhile, cook the noodles according to package directions; drain.
Discard the ginger from the pot and transfer the chicken to a bowl. When cool enough to handle, shred the meat, discarding the skin and bones.
Stir the chicken back into the soup along with the noodles. Serve with the bean sprouts, jalapeño, cilantro (for topping), lime wedges and hot sauce, if desired.

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