Description
Warm, comforting, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Thai Coconut Curry Chicken Soup is a delightful one-pot dish that brings the essence of Thai cuisine to your kitchen. Featuring tender chicken simmered in creamy coconut milk and aromatic red curry paste, it’s a nourishing meal perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. This soup is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and Whole30-friendly, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. With a medley of colorful vegetables and fresh herbs for garnish, each bite bursts with flavor and warmth. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that delivers comfort and nourishment all in one bowl!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or toasted sesame oil
- 1/2 medium onion, thinly sliced or chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red curry paste (or green curry paste)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 (13.5 oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, heat avocado oil. Sauté sliced onion, garlic, and ginger for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add red curry paste; cook for an additional minute to release its flavors.
- Stir in bell pepper, carrots, and zucchini; sauté for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, and coconut aminos; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add chicken breast and broccoli florets; simmer for 5-6 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in lime juice; season with salt to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh herbs and toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg