Asian-Inspired Leftover BBQ Chicken Soup, Infused with Smoky Tastes
Craving something spicy, bold, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than this quick and easy BBQ Chicken Rice Noodle Soup with an Asian kick.
Yield: 10-12 hearty servingsDifficulty: A breeze, even for cooking novicesTotal Time: Just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights
Ingredients (10)
- -6 pieces of smoked chicken, deboned and chopped (for approximately 3 cups) – keep the skin on for more taste if possible
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 1-2 sliced jalapeno, seeds removed for tame version
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 quarts chicken broth/stock, tweak quantity to suit your palate
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- Fresh squeezed juice from 2 limes
- 1 package of rice noodles (or 1/3 package of angel hair pasta if rice noodles are unavailable)
- Around 15-20 fresh basil leaves, chopped – more or less based on preference
Steps to Perfection
- Sauté the onions in olive oil in a medium stock pot, and add deboned, chicken, jalapeno slices, and salt.
- Let the chicken, onions, and jalapeno carmelize slightly (around 4-5 minutes), then deglaze the pan with the chicken broth.
- Bring the soup to a steady boil on medium-high heat, then turn it off. Add black pepper, lime juice, and rice noodles or angel hair pasta. Cook the noodles in the hot soup for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the basil – the more, the merrier, since it'll enhance the flavor. Dried basil won't have the same depth as fresh leaves, so use fresh basil exclusively.
- Serve piping hot!
This soup's Asian flair comes from the use of rice noodles and aromatic basil, combined with a BBQ-inspired twist and a spicy finish. Adjust the amount of jalapeno and black pepper to fit your taste preferences and heat tolerance. This speedy dish freezes well, making it ideal for meal prep or when you're short on time. Enjoy!
Bonus Insight:
To create a truly exceptional bowl of soup, consider incorporating elements from both BBQ chicken soup and Asian noodle soups, like pho, to elevate the flavors. You can swap BBQ sauce for Gochujang (Korean chili paste) for an Asian twist and added spice, as well as include ingredients like cinnamon, star anise, lemongrass, and fish sauce for a more authentic Asian flavor profile. Let your inner culinary genius soar!
- This soup recipe features BBQ Chicken and Rice Noodles, creating an exciting combination of BBQ and Asian flavors.
- The recipe also calls for the addition of jalapeno, lime juice, and basil, contributing to its spicy, tangy, and aromatic taste.
- For an unexpected twist, you can experiment with ingredients like paprika to add depth and a smoky flavor to the soup.
- This easy-to-prepare soup yields 10-12 hearty servings and is perfect for those seeking a nice, flavorful meal, especially when uncategorized cravings strike.
