Description
A rich and comforting soup featuring tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, vibrant lime, and fresh cilantro, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken (breast or thighs), diced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 1 stalk lemongrass, minced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Chili, fresh or paste, to taste
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Dice the chicken and chop vegetables.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a pot, heat oil over medium heat and add garlic, ginger, and lemongrass until fragrant.
- Cook the Chicken: Add chicken pieces, sauté until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Broth and Vegetables: Stir in broth and bring to simmer, add vegetables, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate Coconut Milk: Whisk in coconut milk gently, adjust seasoning.
- Finish with Lime and Cilantro: Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve Immediately: Ladle into bowls, garnishing with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; avoid overcrowding the pot while cooking chicken for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken soup, coconut milk, comfort food, cilantro, lime