Description
This simple Thai chicken soup is warm, comforting, and packed with bold Thai flavors. Made with tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, fresh herbs, and a hint of lime, it’s an easy one-pot soup perfect for busy weeknights or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut milk
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
Garnishes and Optional
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: sliced green onions, Thai chili, or chili oil
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté Onion: Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Incorporate Curry Paste: Add red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to release flavors.
- Add Liquids: Pour in chicken broth and coconut milk; stir to combine.
- Simmer Soup: Bring soup to a gentle simmer.
- Add Protein and Vegetables: Add sliced chicken, mushrooms, and bell pepper.
- Cook Chicken: Simmer for 12–15 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
- Season Soup: Stir in fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
- Finish With Lime: Remove from heat and stir in lime juice.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and optional toppings like green onions or Thai chili.
Notes
- Add rice noodles for a heartier soup.
- Lemongrass or kaffir lime leaves add authentic flavor if available.
- Use chicken thighs for richer taste.
- Adjust curry paste to control spice level.
- Soup thickens slightly as it cools.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
