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A bowl of Thai-Inspired Coconut Chicken Soup with chicken and cilantro.

Thai-Inspired Coconut Chicken Soup


  • Author: habibarecipes
  • Total Time: 45 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A creamy and flavorful coconut chicken soup with Thai spices.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Return chicken to the pot. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  6. Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce, and lime juice. Heat through, but do not boil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • For a spicier soup, add more cayenne pepper or a sliced chili pepper.
  • You can substitute chicken breast for chicken thighs.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach in the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 22g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Thai coconut chicken soup, creamy chicken soup, easy chicken soup, flavorful soup, coconut milk soup