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Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup (Gluten Free!)

Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup (Gluten Free!)

Ginger Chicken Noodle Soup is a light and soothing soup made with tender chicken, fresh ginger, vegetables, and rice noodles.
It is naturally gluten free and full of simple, fresh flavor. This is a wonderful meal for chilly days, busy weeknights, or anytime you need something warm and comforting.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Calories: 111

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp. olive oil
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced carrots 4–5 carrots
  • 2 stalks celery sliced (about 1 cup)
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh ginger
  • 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
  • 3 –5 Tbsp. low-sodium gluten free Tamari or soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 12 oz. cooked cubed or shredded chicken
  • 8 cups low-sodium or no salt added chicken broth
  • 1/4 –1/3 cup cilantro
  • 4 oz. wide rice noodles

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced carrots and celery. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
  3. Add the green onions, garlic, and fresh ginger. Cook for about 1 minute, just until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the toasted sesame oil, 3 tablespoons of tamari, the cooked chicken, chicken broth, and cilantro.
  5. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat. Then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes so the flavors can blend. Taste and add more tamari, sesame oil, or cilantro if needed.
  6. While the soup simmers, place the rice noodles in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 15 to 20 minutes until softened. Drain the water.
  7. Add the softened noodles to the soup and cook for about 5 more minutes so they finish softening. Serve warm