Dinner

Classic Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Bylina moretti December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Introduction

Classic Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup is a comforting, flavorful dish that’s perfect for chilly days or when you need a soothing meal. This recipe combines fresh ginger, garlic, and tender chicken with hearty noodles for a satisfying bowl of warmth.

A bowl with white rims filled with a clear broth containing light brown shredded chicken pieces and white noodles swirling throughout. On top, there are bright green chopped herbs and small red chili slices scattered evenly. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface, giving a clean look to the simple, comforting soup. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
3 cups egg noodles (or your choice of noodles)
1 teaspoon soy sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
Step 2: Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Then add the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the sliced carrots and celery. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the vegetables to soften slightly.
Step 4: Add the chicken pieces to the pot, stirring until they are no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 5: Pour in the chicken broth and water, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any stuck bits.
Step 6: Stir in the soy sauce, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7: Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors and cook the chicken thoroughly.
Step 8: Add the egg noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions, usually 5-7 minutes, until tender.
Step 9: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or soy sauce if needed.
Step 10: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped fresh parsley.

Tips & Variations

For extra depth of flavor, add a splash of sesame oil along with the soy sauce.
Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to reduce cooking time.
Swap egg noodles for rice noodles or gluten-free noodles to suit dietary preferences.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle spicy kick.
Fresh lemon juice added just before serving brightens the soup beautifully.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a little extra broth or water if the noodles have absorbed too much liquid to maintain the soup’s consistency. For best texture, you can store the noodles separately and add them when serving.