Easy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup - A Cozy Crockpot Delight
This Easy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup is a comforting dish made in a slow cooker, perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 lbs Boneless skinless chicken breasts Can swap with thighs for extra flavor.
- 4 cups Chicken broth Use homemade or low-sodium varieties.
- 1 can Coconut milk Opt for light coconut milk for a lighter touch.
- 2 tbsp Red curry paste Adjust to taste for spice preference.
- 1 tbsp Fish sauce Can substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian.
For the Vegetables
- 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion works well.
- 3 cloves Garlic Chop finely for optimal taste.
- 1 medium Red bell pepper Any bell pepper variety brightens the dish.
For Finishing Touches
- 1 unit Lime Use fresh squeezed juice for best flavor.
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro Can substitute with Thai basil.
Instructions
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in your slow cooker: chicken, broth, coconut milk, curry paste, fish sauce, onion, garlic, and red bell pepper. Stir gently to mix.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Remove chicken from the soup and shred it with two forks. Return it to the soup.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice into the soup and stir to combine.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy!
Notes
Optional: Serve over jasmine rice or rice noodles for a heartier meal. Flavor improves as it sits, making it great for meal prep.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg