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Coconut Chicken Soup Recipe image shows a bowl of chicken coconut soup garnished with lime, cilantro, and chicken slices.

Coconut Chicken Soup

A creamy, comforting bowl of Coconut Chicken Soup with bold Thai flavors.
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Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Thai
Keyword: chicken soup, coconut chicken soup, coconut milk soup, Thai soup
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 168kcal
Cost: $12

Ingredients

  • 1 stalk lemongrass fresh, peeled and cut into 1-inch sections
  • 2 inches fresh ginger peeled and sliced into medallions
  • 1 lime washed well and peel removed with a vegetable peeler
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional, adjust for spice preference
  • 2 cans 13.5 oz coconut milk (full-fat, for creamy texture)
  • 3 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce adds authentic umami flavor
  • 1 bunch cilantro fresh, for garnish

Instructions

  • Peel and slice the ginger into medallions.
  • Remove any dry or black layers of the lemongrass and cut it into 1-inch sections.
  • Wash the lime well to remove any waxes or residues. Peel the lime, taking care to remove as little of the white pith as possible.
  • Place the ginger, lemongrass, lime peel, coconut milk, and chicken broth in a large pot. Place the pot over medium heat and stir to combine the ingredients and dissolve the coconut milk solids. Bring the liquid to a simmer.
    The fourth image presents a pot filled with coconut milk and other ingredients for the soup.
  • Once the broth reaches a simmer, add the chicken slices. Allow it to return to a simmer and cook the chicken for about 10 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
    The second image features the soup in a pot, with chicken and some of the soup's ingredients.
  • Turn off the heat. Add the lime juice and fish sauce.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. If desired, serve over hot jasmine rice.

Notes

This coconut chicken soup brings a burst of Thai flavors, perfect for a cozy meal. Enjoy it with some jasmine rice for added comfort.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 168kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 5.28g (2%) | Protein: 26.59g (53%) | Fat: 4.16g (6%) | Saturated Fat: 3.29g (21%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.36g | Cholesterol: 73mg (24%) | Sodium: 554.38mg (24%) | Potassium: 443mg (13%) | Fiber: 0.74g (3%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 15mg (18%) | Calcium: 6mg (1%) | Iron: 9mg (50%)
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