Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Easy Thai Chicken Curry Soup, a delightful dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. This creamy, aromatic soup combines tender chicken with rich coconut milk and zesty lime, creating a comforting bowl that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a main course or served as a starter, this versatile recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste. Packed with fresh herbs and spices, it’s a healthy choice that can transform leftover chicken into a delicious meal. Enjoy the warmth of this quick comfort food recipe any night of the week!
Ingredients
- 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
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in grated ginger, minced garlic, and curry paste; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, water, and lime juice; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in rice noodles and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add coconut milk and shredded chicken; let it simmer on low heat.
- Fold in torn basil and chopped cilantro; season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of curry paste. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with tofu.