Simple Thai Chicken Soup for Busy Nights
Indulge in a warm, fragrant bowl of Simple Thai Chicken Soup, perfect for busy evenings! This quick and nourishing recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and creamy coconut milk, all infused with aromatic herbs like lemongrass and ginger. In just a matter of minutes, you can enjoy a comforting dish that captures the essence of Thailand, making it an ideal meal to share with family or friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Optional: assorted vegetables (bell peppers or spinach)
- For garnish: Fresh cilantro, chopped
- For garnish: Sliced red chili peppers
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add bruised lemongrass.
- Add chicken thighs and vegetable broth; bring to a simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in coconut milk and simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Incorporate your chosen vegetables (like bell peppers or spinach) and cook until tender-crisp (about 3 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh lime juice. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and sliced red chili peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg