Description
Experience the vibrant, aromatic warmth of Easy Thai Chicken Curry Soup, a delightful dish that brings comfort to any occasion. In just 20 minutes, you can create a flavorful bowl of soup that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This recipe showcases the rich creaminess of coconut milk blended with zesty lime and spicy Thai red curry paste, all while utilizing tender shredded chicken for added heartiness. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or herbs for a personal twist. Whether served as an appetizer or main course, this quick and nutritious soup is sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped finely)
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 heaping tablespoons Thai red curry paste
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- Juice of 1 lime
- 3.5 ounces uncooked rice noodles
- 1 (13.5 ounce) can full fat coconut milk
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Generous handful fresh basil (torn)
- Handful fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Chopped scallions (to taste)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Lime wedges (for serving – optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft.
- Add grated ginger, minced garlic, and Thai red curry paste; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth, water, lime juice, and rice noodles; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in coconut milk and cooked shredded chicken; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add torn basil leaves, chopped cilantro, and scallions; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 62mg