Description
Thai Coconut Chicken Soup is a delightful blend of creamy coconut milk, tender chicken, and aromatic herbs that transports you straight to Thailand with every spoonful. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy nights or gatherings with friends, guaranteed to impress with its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Thai red curry paste (adjust for spice level)
- 3 kaffir lime leaves (or zest of 1 lime)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients before starting. Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add chicken pieces and curry paste; cook until chicken starts to brown (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth; stir well and let simmer gently.
- Add mushrooms and lemongrass; continue simmering on low heat for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving hot with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg