Description
Looking for an easy dinner idea packed with comfort, warmth, and global flavor? This *Rotisserie Chicken Pho* is a fast-track version of the classic Vietnamese noodle soup that brings together rich spiced broth, tender shredded chicken, and fresh herbs in just under an hour. Perfect for quick dinners, meal prep, or healthy snacks, this pho recipe uses store-bought rotisserie chicken for ultimate convenience. Whether you’re after easy recipes for a weeknight dinner or fresh food ideas to warm up your day, this noodle bowl hits the spot every time.
Ingredients
8 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
1 store-bought rotisserie chicken, meat removed, bones reserved
1 onion, halved
1 thumb-sized piece ginger, sliced
3 star anise pods
4 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt, to taste
8 oz dried rice noodles
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
1 cup cilantro leaves
1 cup basil leaves (optional)
1 cup bean sprouts
2 limes, cut into wedges
2 scallions, sliced
1 small chili or jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Hoisin sauce and sriracha, for serving (optional)
Instructions
1. Place chicken bones, broth, water, onion, ginger, star anise, cloves, cinnamon, and coriander seeds in a large pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30–45 minutes.
2. Strain broth through a fine-mesh sieve and return liquid to the pot. Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce (if using), sugar, and salt. Keep warm.
3. Boil rice noodles according to package directions, usually 4–6 minutes. Rinse with cold water and set aside.
4. Divide cooked noodles into serving bowls. Add shredded chicken on top.
5. Ladle hot broth over noodles and chicken.
6. Garnish with cilantro, scallions, bean sprouts, lime wedges, basil, and chili if desired.
7. Serve with hoisin and sriracha on the side. Enjoy hot.
Notes
Toasting your spices before adding the liquids brings out their full aroma and depth.
Rinsing the rice noodles after boiling prevents sticking and ensures the perfect texture.
Add herbs and garnishes only at the end to keep them crisp and fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup/Noodle Bowl
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 920
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 65