Chicken Pho [Paleo-AIP-Gluten-Free]
 
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This recipe is 100% compliant with the strict elimination phase of the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP).
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Recipe type: Soup
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
  • 1 ounce dehydrated shiitake mushrooms
  • 5 tablespoons coconut oil, divided
  • 1 yellow or white onion (about 3/4 pound), thinly sliced
  • 2 1/2-inch knob fresh ginger (plus some extra for garnish), peeled and grated
  • 48 ounces chicken broth (equal to 1 quart + 2 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 pound raw zucchini noodles
  • Chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • Chopped scallions, for garnish
  • Fine sea salt, to taste
Instructions
  1. Soak shiitake mushrooms in hot water for 30 minutes. When done, drain and thinly slice into 1/4-inch strips. Set aside.
  2. While mushrooms are soaking, start on the soup base. Melt 2 tablespoons coconut oil in a stock pot over medium heat. Add onions and ginger and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add chicken broth, coconut aminos, fish sauce, and chicken. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  4. When chicken is cooked, transfer to a cutting board with a slotted spatula. Allow chicken to cool down before slicing it into 1/4-inch strips. Set aside and keep warm.
  5. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons coconut oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms and sauté, stirring occasionally, until golden on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  6. In the same skillet, melt remaining tablespoon coconut oil over medium heat. Add zucchini noodles and sauté until tender (but not mushy), about 5 to 10 minutes.
  7. To serve: Divide zucchini noodles equally between 4 large bowls. Ladle broth over, then add chicken and mushrooms. Garnish with chopped cilantro, chopped scallions, and more grated ginger. Salt to taste.
  8. Bon appétit!
Recipe by A Squirrel in the Kitchen at https://asquirrelinthekitchen.com/aip-chicken-pho/