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Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Heavenly Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup for Cozy Nights

This Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup offers a warm blend of coconut and spices, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast Substitute with chicken thighs for added richness.
  • 2 cans Coconut Milk Light versions work well too.
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Homemade broth is richer.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Curry Paste Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for vegetarian version.
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh juice is preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Honey can be an alternative.
Vegetables
  • 1 Onion (chopped) Provides sweetness and depth.
  • 2 Red Bell Peppers (sliced thin) Any variety of sweet pepper can be used.
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced) Substitute with other vegetables as desired.
Garnishing
  • Fresh Cilantro Omit if cilantro isn't preferred.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large crockpot, combine the chicken breast, coconut milk, chicken broth, and red curry paste. Stir until well mixed.
  2. Add fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir again to fully combine these flavor enhancers.
  3. Add chopped onion and sliced red bell peppers, stirring gently to incorporate them into the base.
  4. Cover the crockpot and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. 30 minutes before serving, add sliced mushrooms to the pot, gently stirring them in.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot with two forks and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Allow soup to sit overnight in the refrigerator for improved flavor. Customize spice levels and proteins as desired.

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