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Close-up of a bowl of Thai Coconut Chicken Soup with chicken, vegetables, cilantro and a lime wedge.

Thai Coconut Chicken Soup


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A creamy and flavorful Thai coconut chicken soup.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon red curry paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
  3. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Stir in red bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and red curry paste.
  8. Return chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add more red curry paste.
  • You can substitute chicken breast for thighs if preferred.
  • Add other vegetables like mushrooms or snap peas for extra flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

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