Description
A comforting and aromatic Thai chicken soup with layers of flavor from fresh herbs and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken thighs, boneless
- 2 Lemongrass stalks, chopped
- 3 slices Fresh ginger
- 1 can Coconut milk, full-fat
- 1 cup Bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tbsp Fish sauce
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop your veggies, slice the chicken, and smash that ginger.
- Sauté aromatics: In a big pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Throw in chopped lemongrass and ginger, and sauté until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Cook chicken: Add your chicken thighs and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add broth: Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to let it simmer.
- Stir in veggies: Toss in sliced bell peppers and mushrooms. Let them cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Coconut milk and sauce: Stir in coconut milk, fish sauce, and a splash of lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Finish with herbs: Right at the end, mix in fresh cilantro for that burst of flavor.
Notes
Ensure to use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Pair with jasmine rice or serve garnished with lime and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Thai chicken soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, flavorful soup, cozy dinner