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Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup for Cozy Comfort Days

This Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup combines traditional Thai spices and creamy coconut for perfect comfort on chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast Feel free to substitute with chicken thighs for a richer flavor.
  • 2 cans Coconut Milk Opt for light coconut milk for a lower-fat option without losing flavor.
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Homemade broth adds depth, but store-bought works in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste Adjust according to your heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Can be swapped for soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is best, but bottled can suffice in a hurry.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances the spice with sweetness.
  • 1 Onion Chopped.
  • 2 Red Bell Peppers Sliced thin.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sliced; optional but enriches flavor.
  • Fresh Cilantro For garnishing; completely optional.
For Serving
  • Jasmine Rice Serve alongside for a wholesome meal.
  • Extra Lime Wedges Perfect for adding a fresh squeeze of citrus.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your crockpot, add the chicken breasts, coconut milk, chicken broth, and red curry paste. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  2. Pour in the fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar, and stir to combine.
  3. Add the chopped onion and thinly sliced red bell peppers to the pot, gently mixing them into the soup base.
  4. Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, carefully stir in the sliced mushrooms.
  6. Just before serving, shred the chicken right in the pot using two forks.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Stir occasionally while cooking for best results. This soup keeps well in the fridge for a few days and can be frozen for later.

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