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Vietnamese Chicken Pho

A aromatic and nourishing Vietnamese chicken pho featuring a rich bone broth infused with star anise, cinnamon, and ginger, paired with tender chicken breast and fresh rice noodles. This metabolism-boosting lunch balances protein and complex carbs while delivering authentic flavors that support the Fat Switch Diet.

15m

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

Servings

320

Calories

32g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
✓ 8 oz chicken breast, sliced thin
✓ 2 oz dried rice noodles
✓ 1 star anise pod
✓ 1 cinnamon stick (1-inch)
✓ 3 slices fresh ginger (¼-inch thick)
✓ 1 small onion, halved
✓ 2 cloves garlic, smashed
✓ 1 tablespoon fish sauce
✓ 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
✓ ½ teaspoon sea salt
✓ 2 cups fresh herbs (Thai basil, cilantro, mint)
✓ 1 cup bean sprouts
✓ ½ lime
✓ 2 green onions, sliced
✓ 1 Thai chili, sliced (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Toast star anise and cinnamon stick in a large pot over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

2. Add chicken broth, ginger slices, onion halves, and garlic cloves; bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes to infuse flavors

3. Strain broth through a fine mesh, discarding solids, and return to pot

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4. Add fish sauce, coconut sugar, and salt; taste and adjust seasonings

5. In a separate pot, cook rice noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse with cool water

6. Slice chicken breast thin (¼-inch); add to simmering broth for 3-4 minutes until cooked through

7. Divide cooked noodles between two bowls

8. Carefully pour hot broth and chicken over noodles

9. Top each bowl with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, green onions, and chili slices

10. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories320 kcal

Protein32g

Carbohydrates28g

Fat8g

Fiber4g

🏷️ Tags

#Vietnamese#High Protein#Metabolism Boosting#Fat Switch Diet#Low Calorie#Aromatic Spices#Lunch#Gluten Free Optional#Anti Inflammatory

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