Description
Thai Coconut Chicken Soup is a rich and comforting dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand right into your kitchen. This creamy soup combines tender chicken, fragrant herbs, and coconut milk for a delightful culinary experience. Perfect for cozy evenings or when you’re in need of a warm pick-me-up, each bowl promises to envelop you in warmth and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- Thai basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice mushrooms.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté minced ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Stir in coconut milk, sriracha sauce, and fish sauce; let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add mushrooms and cook until tender (about 5 minutes). Squeeze in fresh lime juice before serving.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and optional Thai basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg