Ingredients
- A generous portion of flavorful vegetable broth, enough to fill 10 cups
- Tender boneless chicken breasts, weighing 12 ounces
- Delicate white onion rings, carefully sliced to make 1 ½ cups
- A hint of savory oyster sauce, precisely 2 tablespoons
- Sweet coconut sugar, balanced at 1 ½ teaspoons
- Essential seasonings like salt and ground black pepper, each at 1 teaspoon
- Fragrant whole cloves, adding depth to the dish
- A touch of fresh ginger, finely minced at ½ teaspoon
- Exotic star anise pods, 2 in total
- Abundant bean sprouts, a whopping 9 cups
- Vibrant bok choy cabbage, coarsely chopped to 6 cups
- Fresh zucchini, ready to be used in the recipe, totaling 4 pieces
Step 1
In a magical slow cooker, mix together the delicious vegetable broth, tender chicken breasts, aromatic onions, flavorful oyster sauce, sweet coconut sugar, a pinch of salt and pepper, fragrant cloves, spicy ginger, and exotic star anise.
Step 2
Let this concoction simmer on High until the chicken breasts are so tender they can be flaked effortlessly with a fork, which should take about 1 and a half hours. Once the time is up, gently stir in the crunchy bean sprouts and leafy bok choy, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully as it continues to cook for another hour until the bean sprouts reach a tender perfection.
Step 3
Meanwhile, transform the humble zucchini into delicate, thin noodles using a trusty spiralizer, adding a fun twist to the dish and enhancing its visual appeal.
Step 4
When the soup is ready and brimming with delightful flavors, portion it out among 6 serving bowls, each one a vessel of warmth and comfort. To add a touch of freshness and crunch, crown each bowl with a generous heap of zucchini noodles, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Organize your pantry like a pro by storing your rice noodles in airtight containers, keeping them fresh and ready for your next delicious Pho creation.
- 2. Utilize mason jars to store all your spices and broth ingredients in an easily accessible and visually appealing way.
- 3. Keep your chicken breast in the freezer, sliced and portioned, for quick and easy cooking when you're craving a cozy bowl of Pho.






