Go Back
+ servings
Creamy Thai Coconut Soup

Creamy Thai Coconut Soup That's a Hug in a Bowl

Creamy Thai Coconut Soup is an easy comfort dish that combines coconut milk and tender chicken, perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Thighs can be substituted.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Use homemade or low-sodium.
  • 1 can coconut milk Full-fat for richness.
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste Adjust for spice preference.
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce Skip for vegetarian version.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion Shallots can be a substitute.
  • 3 cloves garlic Fresh is best.
For the Extras
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Any sweet pepper is great.
  • 2 tbsp lime juice Fresh juice recommended.
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro For garnish; substitute with parsley if needed.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a slow cooker, combine chicken breasts with chicken broth, coconut milk, and red curry paste. Add fish sauce, onion, garlic, and red bell pepper.
  2. Set your slow cooker to high and cook for 3-4 hours or low for 6-7 hours, until chicken is tender.
  3. Carefully remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the soup base, mixing well.
  4. Stir in lime juice just before serving to enhance flavors.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup can be adjusted with extra vegetables or proteins. Store leftovers in the fridge or freeze for future meals.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!