Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Thai Coconut Chicken Soup—a comforting blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices that will transport your taste buds to Thailand. Perfect for cozy evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather, this soup is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. With its enticing aroma and rich texture, it’s sure to become a favorite at family gatherings or casual dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, chopped (or 2 tsp lemongrass paste)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms (button or shiitake)
- Juice of 1 fresh lime
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté garlic and ginger for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until they turn white on all sides.
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth; stir gently to combine.
- Add sliced mushrooms and lemongrass; simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Before serving, squeeze lime juice into the soup and garnish with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg