Leftover Chicken Pho
Chicken pho is a comforting bowl of goodness, where the flavors have deepened overnight, creating an even more aromatic and satisfying soup. Tender shreds of chicken swim in a rich, savory broth infused with star anise, ginger, and hints of cinnamon. Fresh herbs like cilantro and Thai basil add a pop of freshness, while a squeeze of lime and a few slices of jalapeño bring brightness and a touch of heat. Follow Sarah on Instagram @groovyfoodiess for more recipe inspo!
Tasty Team
Total Time
30 minutes
30 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
25 minutes
25 min
Total Time
30 minutes
30 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
25 minutes
25 min
Ingredients
for 4 servings
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 chicken carcas
- 1 onion, halved
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 large piece ginger (about 3 inches), sliced in half lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar or rock sugar
- 1 pho spice packet (3 whole star anise, 3 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 tbsp fennel seeds)
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- For the bowls:
- Rice noodles (about 8 ounces), cooked according to package directions
- leftover chicken, shredded
- Fresh Thai basil, cilantro, and mint
- Green onions and/or white onion, sliced
- Fresh bean sprout
- Lime wedge
- sriracha sauce
- hoisin sauce
Nutrition Info
- Calories 186
- Fat 12g
- Carbs 27g
- Fiber 25g
- Sugar 12g
- Protein 19g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- In a large pot, add the broth, water, chicken carcass, onion, garlic, ginger, sugar, star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, and fennel seeds. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat, and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
- Stir in the fish sauce, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust fish sauce as desired for depth and saltiness.
- Once the broth is rich and fragrant, remove it from heat. Strain out the solids (bones, onion, ginger, and spices). Discard solids, keeping just the clear, flavorful broth.
- Place a portion of cooked rice noodles in each serving bowl. Add some broth and shredded chicken on top of the noodles, then the herbs, onions, sprouts, lime, and sauces.
- Enjoy!
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