
Halve the onion and slice the ginger. Char them in a dry pot over high heat 4-5 minutes until blackened in spots.
Add the broth, star anise, cinnamon and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, add the whole chicken breasts and simmer 15 minutes until cooked through (165°F).
Remove the chicken and shred it. Strain the broth or scoop out the spices and onion.
Cook the noodles per the package and divide among bowls.
Top with chicken, ladle over hot broth and serve with bean sprouts, basil and lime wedges at the table.
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