Description
A cozy and aromatic Thai Chicken Soup featuring tender diced chicken simmered in a fragrant broth infused with lemongrass, fresh ginger, coconut milk, and brightened with lime juice and fish sauce. This comforting and flavorful soup is perfect for chilly evenings and offers a delicious tropical twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
Broth and Base
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
- 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings and Garnishes
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, coconut milk, smashed lemongrass stalk, and sliced fresh ginger. Bring this mixture to a gentle simmer to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Add the diced chicken breast, sliced red bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms to the simmering broth. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Season the Soup: Stir in the fish sauce and freshly squeezed lime juice to the pot, balancing the soup’s salty, savory, and tangy flavors.
- Serve Garnished: Remove the lemongrass stalk and ginger slices if desired. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish generously with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add sliced Thai chilies or a dash of chili flakes.
- If lemongrass is unavailable, use lemon zest or a small amount of lemon grass paste.
- This soup can be made gluten-free by ensuring the fish sauce is gluten-free or substituting with tamari soy sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a richer flavor, lightly toast the ginger slices and lemongrass before adding to the broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Thai chicken soup, coconut chicken soup, lemongrass soup, ginger soup, easy Thai soup, comforting winter soup
