CHICKEN SOUP WITH WONTON NOODLES
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This easy homemeade chicken soup features noodles made from wonton wrappers. Store extras in the freezer for use in another soup.
CHICKEN SOUP WITH WONTON NOODLES
10 oz. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 can (14.5 oz.) chicken broth
1 cup water
1 cup broken fresh pea pods
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
4 green onions, sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
10 wonton wrappers (3.5-inch square)
1.Combine chicken, garlic and hoisin sauce in 2-quart microwave-safe casserole. Cover loosely.
2. MICROWAVE (60 to 70%) 4 to 5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring once. Stir in broth and water; cover tightly.
3. MICROWAVE (100%) 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture boils. Add pea pods, mushrooms, green onions and ginger. Cover.
4. MICROWAVE (100%) 3 to 4 minutes or until pea pods are bright. Cut stack of wonton wrappers into 1/2-inch strips. Stir into broth; cover.
5. MICROWAVE (100%) 2 to 3 minutes or until noodles are tender, stirring once..
About 4 Servings
TIPS · Asparagus or broccoli pieces can be substituted for pea pods.
>For lower sodium, use low-sodium chicken broth.
>Freeze any leftover fresh ginger in a covered container to use in other soups, casseroles or desserts.
Nutrition Info/Serving: 167 calories, 17 g protein, 16 g carbohydrate, 3 g fat, 59 mg cholesterol, 387 mg sodium, 1.6 g dietary fiber.