This coconut curry soup with chicken is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The creamy coconut milk lends a velvety texture to the fragrant curry spices, while the tender chicken adds protein and heartiness to the soup.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant.
- Stir in the red curry paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink.
- Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli, and carrots. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the coconut curry soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, over cooked rice or noodles.
Interesting Facts
Red curry paste is a blend of red chili peppers, garlic, lemongrass, and other spices.
Coconut milk adds a creamy richness to the soup while keeping it dairy-free.
This soup can easily be made vegetarian by substituting tofu for the chicken.