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Simple Thai Chicken Soup

A Bowl of Steaming Simple Thai Chicken Soup
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This Simple Thai Chicken Soup is a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Infused with fragrant ginger, lemongrass, and coconut milk, it’s a healthy and delicious way to warm up.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • Optional garnishes: lime wedges, chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
  2. Add onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in lemongrass, chicken broth, coconut milk, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked chicken back to the pot, along with the bell pepper and mushrooms. Simmer for another 5 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove lemongrass stalk before serving. Garnish with lime wedges and chili flakes, if desired.

Notes

For a spicier soup, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a sliced chili pepper to the pot while simmering.

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