Asian Chicken Noodle Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Heat vegetable oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2. 2
   Add onions, garlic and ginger; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes, or until tender.Increase heat to medium high and add water and chicken broth.
3. 3
   Add chicken breasts; stir in teriyaki sauce and season with salt and pepper.Bring to a boil; cover, reduce to a simmer, and continue to cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until chicken is done.
4. 4
   Remove the cover and transfer chicken to a cutting board; let cool for a minute, then shred it.
5. 5
   Add the noodles, carrots and peppers to the pot and cook for about 3 minutes, or until the noodles and veggies are just tender.Stir in the spinach and shredded chicken.
6. 6
   Remove from heat.
7. 7
   Garnish with green onions.Ladle into soup bowls and serve with hot sauce (optional).