Description
This homemade Chicken Wonton Soup is a warm, comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings or a light, satisfying meal. With tender wontons filled with seasoned ground chicken, served in a savory broth with garlic, sesame oil, and baby bok choy, this soup offers rich flavors and delightful textures. It’s easy to prepare, packed with delicious ingredients, and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
For the Wontons:
½ pound ground chicken
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
2 green onions, chopped
Wonton wrappers
For the Soup:
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1–2 baby bok choy, chopped
Instructions
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Make the Wontons:
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In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and chopped green onions.
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Place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper. Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water, fold it into a triangle, then bring the corners together and seal the edges tightly.
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Cook the Soup:
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In a large pot, bring the chicken broth, garlic, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, and chopped green onions to a boil.
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Add the bok choy and simmer for 2-3 minutes until softened.
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In a separate pot, bring water to a boil, then add the wontons. Cook until the wontons float and the dough becomes slightly translucent, about 2 minutes.
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Transfer the cooked wontons into the simmering broth.
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Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions.
Notes
Spicy Wonton Soup: Add chili oil or red pepper flakes to the broth for heat.
Vegetarian Version: Replace the ground chicken with mushrooms, tofu, and soy sauce.
Noodles: Add rice noodles or egg noodles for a heartier soup.
Storage/Reheating: Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over medium heat or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Comfort Food
- Method: Boiling, Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
