Description
Easy Thai Chicken Soup is a comforting and aromatic bowl of goodness, perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, rich coconut milk, and fragrant spices to create a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors. With its quick preparation and customizable ingredients, this soup promises warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic and ginger.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from pot and let rest.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the same pot; sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; bring to a gentle boil.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot along with soy sauce and lime juice. Simmer for about ten minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg