Best 20 Chicken Coconut Soup Recipes

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Chicken coconut soup, often known as Tom Kha Gai in Thai cuisine, is a flavorsome dish marked by its creamy, savory, and slightly spicy broth. Made with tender chicken, fragrant coconut milk, spicy chilis or lemongrass, and an array of flavorful ingredients, this tantalizing soup embodies the perfect balance of rich and refreshing flavors. Whether you're a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary skills or a novice seeking a simple yet delicious soup recipe, this introductory guide will lead you through the process of finding the best chicken coconut soup recipe that suits your preferences and culinary expertise.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY THAI COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP



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For national soup month in January, I came up with a new recipe every day. This one is my favorite! It's so easy, with just a touch of special Thai flavors. For an even richer flavor, try using whole coconut milk. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings (2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons peanut or canola oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons red curry powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon Sriracha chili sauce
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1 carton (32 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups thinly sliced Chinese or napa cabbage
1 cup thinly sliced fresh snow peas
Thinly sliced green onions
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with cornstarch. In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pot., In same pan, saute onion, jalapeno and garlic in remaining oil over medium-high heat until onion is tender, 3-4 minutes. Stir in seasonings, chili sauce, coconut milk and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20 minutes., Stir in cabbage, snow peas and chicken; cook, uncovered, just until cabbage is crisp-tender and chicken is cooked through, 3-4 minutes. Serve with green onions and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1017mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

COCONUT CURRY SOUP WITH CHICKEN



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The best curry soup with chicken and coconut!

Provided by NUSIA

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Curry Soup Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups water
2 large bone-in chicken breasts, skin removed
1 tablespoon coconut oil
3 carrots, peeled and diced
1 onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cooked rice
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon curry paste
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
2 cubes chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • Combine water and chicken in a large pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil and cook until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot, cut off meat from bones, and dice. Strain cooking broth through a sieve and set aside.
  • Heat coconut oil in a separate pot over medium heat. Add carrots, onion, and bell pepper; cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in cooked rice, brown sugar, curry paste, and diced chicken. Cook and stir until curry paste is completely incorporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in reserved chicken broth, coconut milk, and bouillon cubes. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors are well combined, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.5 g, Cholesterol 84.9 mg, Fat 28.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 553.3 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN SOUP



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Similar to a Vietnamese pho rice noodle soup, this red curry soup packs big flavor and a bit of heat. The crisp raw vegetables help cool things down. -Monnie Norasing, Mansfield, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (13.66 ounces each) coconut milk
1/3 to 1/2 cup red curry paste
1 package (8.8 ounces) thin rice noodles
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1-1/2 cups shredded carrots
3/4 cup bean sprouts
Fresh basil and cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, bring coconut milk to a boil. Cook, uncovered, 10-12 minutes or until liquid is reduced to 3 cups. Stir in curry paste until completely dissolved., Meanwhile, prepare noodles according to package directions., Add broth, brown sugar, fish sauce and garlic salt to curry mixture; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in chicken; heat through., Drain noodles; divide among 6 large soup bowls. Ladle soup over noodles; top servings with vegetables, basil and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 34g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 1722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

THAI COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 whole free-range chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), rinsed, giblets discarded
2 carrots, cut in large chunks
3 celery stalks, cut in large chunks
2 large white onions, quartered
1 head of garlic, halved
1 turnip, halved
1/4 bunch fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
3 kaffir lime leaves, fresh or dried, hand torn
2 small Thai chiles, halved lengthwise
2 cloves garlic, crushed
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut into 4 chunks
1 stalk lemongrass (white part only), cracked open with the flat side of a knife
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
One 13-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
One 8-ounce can straw mushrooms, rinsed
2 tablespoons Thai fish sauce (nam pla)
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
Juice of 4 limes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the chicken stock: Place the chicken and vegetables in a large stockpot over medium heat. Pour in only enough cold water to cover (about 3 quarts); too much will make the broth taste weak. Toss in the thyme, bay leaves, and peppercorns, and allow it to slowly come to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and gently simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, partially covered, until the chicken is done. As it cooks, skim any impurities that rise to the surface; add a little more water if necessary to keep the chicken covered while simmering.
  • Carefully remove the chicken to a cutting board. When its cool enough to handle, discard the skin and bones; hand-shred the meat into a storage container.
  • Carefully strain the stock through a fine sieve into another pot to remove the vegetable solids. Use the stock immediately or if you plan on storing it, place the pot in a sink full of ice water and stir to cool down the stock. Cover and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze. Makes: 2 quarts
  • For the soup: Bring 4 cups of stock to a boil over medium heat in a soup pot. Add the lime leaves, chiles, garlic, ginger and lemongrass. Lower the heat to medium-low; cover the pot and gently simmer to let the spices infuse the broth, about 10 minutes.
  • Uncover the pot and stir in the chicken, coconut milk, mushrooms, fish sauce, sugar and lime juice. Simmer to heat the chicken through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Ladle the soup into a soup tureen or individual serving bowls. Garnish with the cilantro. Be careful to avoid chewing the lemongrass, ginger or lime leaves.

CHICKEN CURRY SOUP WITH COCONUT AND LIME



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Chicken Curry Soup recipe with Coconut and Lime. Here, lime juice replaces the traditional lemongrass, which can be hard to find. The result is a quick, authentic-tasting Thai-style soup. If coconut milk is unavailable, substitute 1 3/4 cups half and half mixed with 3/4 teaspoon imitation coconut extract.

Provided by Sue Ellison

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Lime     Coconut     Curry     Bon Appétit     Colorado

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 14 1/2-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
1 13 1/2- to 14-ounce can unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 tablespoon curry powder
1 jalapeño chili, seeded, minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup freshly cooked white rice
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth, coconut milk, curry powder and chili to simmer in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Mix in lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer soup to bowl. Sprinkle green onion and cilantro over. Spoon rice into each bowl. Ladle soup over. Serve, passing lime wedges separately.

THAI COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY SOUP



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Chicken soup soothes the soul (not a scientific fact yet, but it may as well be). In this Thai version, we infuse the broth with coconut milk, fragrant curry paste, fresh ginger, and cilantro to wake up the senses. If you're looking to clear congestion, add a few slices of fresh jalapeno to the stock mixture while it simmers. Remember to saute the chicken just until no longer pink, otherwise the pieces may become tough in the finished soup.

Provided by Doug Mella

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Curry Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons green curry paste
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups unsalted chicken stock
1 (13.5 ounce) can light coconut milk
½ cup water
1 (1 inch) piece peeled fresh ginger
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 bunch cilantro, stems and sprigs separated
1 cup diagonally sliced fresh snow peas
3 ounces uncooked brown rice vermicelli noodles
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add minced ginger and garlic; saute for 1 minute. Stir in curry paste and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add stock, coconut milk, water, ginger piece, lime juice, and 1/4 cup cilantro stems. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Discard ginger piece. Stir in snow peas and noodles. Cook until noodles are tender, about 3 minutes. Top with cilantro sprigs and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 48.4 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 244.9 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

COCONUT CURRY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This sweet, spicy and fragrant chicken soup, called curry mee, is a happy contrast of hot broth, springy noodles and a madness of garnishes. Coconut milk has a particular weighty creaminess, called lemak, that can make some curries and soups too rich. Here, a combination of coconut milk and half-and-half is used to balance the broth.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, minced
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 tablespoon minced lemongrass or pale green cilantro roots
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dark red chili paste, such as sambal, more for serving
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken thigh or breast meat, thinly sliced and cut into bite-size pieces
3 tablespoons curry powder, preferably Malaysian, Thai or Vietnamese
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup half-and-half
4 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar, more to taste
About 12 makrut lime leaves or curry leaves, fresh or frozen (optional)
8 ounces dried thin rice noodles (bun or vermicelli), or other Asian noodles such as udon or lai fun
Salt to taste
1 cup bean sprouts
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 scallions, cut into thin rings
2 shallots, thinly sliced and deep fried in vegetable oil until brown (optional)
Quartered limes for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add onion, ginger and lemon grass and cook, stirring, until softened, about 10 minutes. Do not brown; reduce heat if necessary. Add garlic and chili paste and stir until fragrant. Raise heat, add chicken and stir-fry one minute. Add curry powder and paprika and stir to coat. Then add coconut milk, half-and-half, chicken stock, turmeric, fish sauce, sugar and lime or curry leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook rice noodles in boiling water according to package directions (about 4 minutes). Rinse and drain.
  • Taste broth and adjust seasonings with salt and sugar. Divide noodles into large soup bowls. Bring broth to a boil, then ladle over noodles. Top with bean sprouts, cilantro, scallions and fried shallots, if using. Pass limes and sambal at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 750, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 23 grams, Sodium 1381 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

THAI CHICKEN AND COCONUT MILK SOUP



Thai Chicken and Coconut Milk Soup image

Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups chicken stock
Zest of 3 large limes
Zest of 3 large lemons
6 heaping tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh ginger root
3 hot green chiles, halved and seeded (preferably jalapeno)
3/4 cup chopped cilantro stems and roots, washed carefully
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, half-frozen
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Nam Pla, bottled Thai fish sauce
Finely chopped scallion and cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the chicken stock in a heavy-bottomed pot over high heat. Add the lime peel, lemon peel, ginger root, green chiles, and the cilantro stems and roots. Bring to a boil, turn down to a simmer and cook until reduced to 3 cups. Press occasionally on the solids with a wooden spoon to release flavor. Working with a sharp knife, cut the chicken breasts into broad slices, as thin as possible. Salt lightly, and reserve in refrigerator. When broth is reduced, strain into a measuring cup. Press on the solids in the strainer with a wooden spoon. Place the coconut milk in the soup pot over medium heat. Slowly stir in the reduced broth. Warm rapidly but do not allow to boil (otherwise the coconut milk will separate). When the soup is just below the boiling point, add the chicken slices. Remove from heat after 30 seconds (or when the chicken is just cooked through). Just before serving, mix together the lime juice and sugar in a small bowl. Blend in the fish sauce. Pour mixture into hot soup, season to taste and garnish soup with a little bit of chopped scallion and cilantro leaves. Yield: 6 first-course servings.
  • Optional step: If your soup has curdled a bit, or if you'd like a fluffier texture in the soup, before you add the chicken, place the soup in a blender at high speed for 30 seconds. Then return to pot, add chicken and proceed as before. As an appetizer: Looks lovely served individually in six wide, shallow soup bowls. Great starter for many kinds of meals, not just Thai. As a main course: By doubling the amount of chicken and keeping the same amount of liquid, you convert this soup practically into a stew. The six wide, shallow bowls still work well; place a half-cup of steamed white rice to one side in each bowl, then divide the soup/stew among the bowls. Serve a tomato salad on the side that has been dressed with lime juice, sugar, fish sauce, and topped with chopped peanuts and minced cilantro. If you can get the Thai ingredients: for the lime and lemon peel, substitute 3/8 cup Keffir lime leaves, 2 lemon grass stalks chopped, 3 thick slices dried galanga root.

COCONUT-LIME CHICKEN CURRY SOUP



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I created this chicken recipe to replicate the flavors of my favorite curry dish-slightly sweet with just the right amount of spicy heat. When served with a garnish of green onions and toasted coconut, the soup makes the perfect cold-weather meal. -Lisa Renshaw, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h30m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cans (13.66 ounces each) light coconut milk
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
8 green onions, sliced
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 cup lime juice
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
6 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 cups cooked basmati rice
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the first 9 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker; stir in chicken. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender., Skim fat; stir in cooked rice. Cook, covered, on low 15-30 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle servings with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

COCONUT-LIME SOUP WITH CHICKEN AND RICE NOODLES



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This soup has everything you could wish for in a family-friendly dinner recipe-it's tasty, has vegetables, is easy to make, and it's quick to prepare (only 40 minutes, start to finish).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 small red Thai chiles, thinly sliced
8 sprigs cilantro
1 1/4 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
1 can (14 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk
1 can (14.5 ounces) chicken broth
A 1 1/2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled
1 fresh kaffir lime leaf
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 5 limes), plus lime halves, for serving
3 tablespoons fish sauce, plus more for serving
Broad flat rice noodles, such as pad Thai noodles

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except noodles in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate; when cool enough to handle, shred meat from bones and discard bones. Add meat to soup.
  • Cook noodles according to package directions, then add to soup. Add more fish sauce, if desired, and serve with lime halves for squeezing.

TOM KHA GAI (CHICKEN COCONUT SOUP)



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This silky, aromatic soup is a complete meal in a bowl.

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Mushroom     Dinner     Lunch     Coconut     Lemongrass     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 stalks fresh lemongrass, tough outer layers removed
1 1" piece ginger, peeled
10 makrut lime leaves, or use 1 tablespoon lime zest and 1/4 cup lime juice
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1" pieces
8 ounces shiitake, oyster, or maitake mushrooms, stemmed, caps cut into bite-size pieces
1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Chili oil, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and lime wedges (for serving)
Cilantro leaves with tender stems
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Using the back of a knife, lightly smash lemongrass and ginger; cut lemongrass into 4" pieces. Bring lemongrass, ginger, lime leaves, and broth to a boil in a large saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors are melded, 8-10 minutes. Strain broth into clean saucepan; discard solids.
  • Add chicken and return to a boil. Reduce heat, add mushrooms, and simmer, skimming occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and mushrooms are soft, 20-25 minutes. Mix in coconut milk, fish sauce, and sugar.
  • Divide soup among bowls. Serve with chili oil, cilantro, and lime wedges.

OUR FAVORITE CHICKEN AND COCONUT SOUP - THAI STYLE



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My husband and I love Tom Kha Gai and have tried it at many Thai restaurants. We prefer Thai soup that we can distinctly taste spicy, sour, and sweet flavors. After many attempts, I think that I've finally come up with a really good recipe. I started with a recipe from the "The Best Recipe, Soups and Stews" cookbook and then modified it so that the flavor and ingredients closely match that of a soup that our favorite Thai restaurant serves. Now we can have delicious Tom Kha Gai without having to go out to eat. Part of the uniqueness of this recipe is that the ginger and lemon grass are finely minced as opposed to being left whole as in traditional Thai soup. The good thing about this is that you don't have to "fish out" ingredients while eating the soup.

Provided by beckas

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon oil
1 stalk lemongrass (remove outer sheath and finely mince the bottom 3 inches of the stalk)
2 tablespoons fresh ginger (peel and finely mince)
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1 small onion, sliced vertically to form thin strips
2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste (I use Maesri brand)
2 tablespoons tom kha paste or 2 tablespoons tom yum paste
6 cups chicken stock
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 (14 ounce) cans unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 dash Asian chili sauce (I use Sriracha brand)
1 -2 boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
1 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 tomatoes, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package fresh baby corn, about (I buy this at Trader Joe's)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
cilantro leaf (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large stock pot Add the lemon grass, ginger, garlic, and onion and stir fry for about one minute.
  • Add the curry paste and Tom Kha soup mix paste and stir fry for about 30 seconds.
  • Add the chicken stock, fish sauce, and sugar and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  • Slice the baby corn vertically into four pieces so that the corn resembles small strips.
  • Add the corn to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the coconut milk, chicken, mushrooms, tomato, lime juice, hot sauce, and pepper flakes.
  • Simmer until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Taste the soup and add more sugar, lime juice, or hot sauce, depending on your taste.
  • I usually add one more TBS of sugar.
  • Serve the soup garnished with cilantro leaves.
  • Note: If you have leftovers, the coconut milk will separate from the chicken broth when chilled.
  • Simply warm the soup back up and stir to blend.

OPRAH'S THAI CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY SOUP



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Not your average chicken soup, this Thai-inspired take gets spiced up with fresh garlic, ginger, green curry, coriander, cumin, cilantro, shallots and jalapeños, if you please. Courtesy Rori Trovato

Provided by Sayster

Categories     Thai

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 cups chicken stock
5 garlic cloves, peeled and cut into large chunks
2 -3 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and cut into large chunks
1 tablespoon green curry paste
2 teaspoons coriander seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
3/4 cup cilantro leaves and stems, plus additional
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish, loosely packed
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
3/4 cup shallot, thinly sliced
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 boneless chicken breast, cut into 1/4-inch strips
2 tablespoons fish sauce (nam pla)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 jalapeno, sliced into rings (optional)
1 tomatoes, small, seeded and diced, for garnish
1/2 cup coconut flakes, freshly shaved and toasted, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large heavy-bottom pot over high heat, combine chicken stock, garlic, ginger, curry paste, coriander, cumin, peppercorns and cilantro.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Strain broth over a bowl through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids.
  • Return broth to pot; add coconut milk, shallots, mushrooms and chicken.
  • Return to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until chicken is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar and jalapeño, if desired; stir until sugar is dissolved, then add mixture to soup.
  • Garnish with tomato, coconut shavings and cilantro; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.6, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 30.4, Sodium 1102.1, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 11.7, Protein 17.6

CHICKEN COCONUT CURRY SOUP - A.K.A. EASY MULLIGATAWNY!



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This is my absolute favorite soup of all time. I've made it for friends and family from Europe to the Caribbean, haven't met anyone who could pass it up! This recipe is based on a soup I tried at an Indian restaurant in Montreal about 5 years back. It was soooo delicious and creamy. I have no idea how they made theirs, but my take is really, really close and super easy.

Provided by MTLcook

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 whole boneless skinless chicken breast, and cut into 1 inch cubes
3 cups potatoes, peeled and diced (about 5 medium sized potatoes)
2 cups carrots, peeled and diced (about 2 large or 3 medium carrots)
1 cup onion, peeled and diced (about 1 large onion)
3 tablespoons curry powder
2 tablespoons freshly grated gingerroot
2 tablespoons freshly grated garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 chicken stock cubes
2 liters water
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt (adjust according to taste)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper (adjust according to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large pot add water, chicken stock cubes, salt pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • Add chicken, reduce to medium heat. Let simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, carrots, onions. Let simmer about 20 minutes.
  • Add curry powder, ginger, garlic, salt & pepper. Reduce to low heat. Let simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Once the potatoes are fully tender, remove from heat and add coconut milk.
  • Puree with hand blender.
  • Serve with Basmati rice and enjoy!
  • *** Notes: 1. Try not to substitute the fresh ginger or garlic for powdered or paste. This will really alter the overall taste (and not in a good way.). 2. Shake the can of coconut milk before using. Most of the coconut flavor is in the bits that settle at the bottom of the can. 3. You can add chilli powder to make this spicier. It really depends on how hot the curry powder you use is. I usually use a blend of very hot Madras curry powder and very mild Caribbean curry powder.

TOM KHA KAI - THAI COCONUT/CHICKEN SOUP



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When my family visited Thailand a few years ago I fell in love with this soup. This is an adaptation from a recipe in the Amazing Tastes of Thailand booklet put out by the Thailand Tourism Authority.

Provided by Carolyn Haas

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 c chicken broth
2 c coconut milk (can use lite, just don't use coconut cream!)
6 slice galangal (can sub fresh ginger)
2 stalk(s) lemon grass
5 kaffir lime leaves
8 oz chicken breast, sliced thin
3 Tbsp fish sauce
2 Tbsp sugar
1/2 c lime juice
1 tsp red thai chili paste
1/4 c cilantro, torn
3-5 thai chilis (can use jalapeno or other hot chili instead)

Steps:

  • 1. Cut lower portion of lemon grass into 1 inch lengths and crush. Tear kaffir lime leaves in half. Combine half the coconut milk with the broth, galangal, lemon grass and lime leaves in a large saucepan and heat to boiling.
  • 2. Add the chicken, fish sauce and sugar. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked, then add remaining coconut milk.
  • 3. Heat just to boiling, add chili paste and lime juice, stir until blended. Garnish with cilantro leaves and crushed chili peppers.
  • 4. NOTE: The galangal and lemon grass are for flavoring, not to eat! When I can't get fresh kaffir lime leaves at my local Asian market, I substitute kaffir lime powder. Fresh leaves, lemon grass and galangal can all be successfully frozen. I've also used minced lemon grass in a tube from the produce section. Powdered galangal is available, too. Fresh is better, of course!

CHICKEN AND COCONUT MILK SOUP



Chicken and Coconut Milk Soup image

The hot peppers in this dish are balanced by the cool, soothing coconut milk, leaving you with a refreshing combination of flavors.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 3/4 cup light coconut milk (30 ounces)
6 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
2 fresh lemongrass stalks, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 scallions, thinly sliced (about 3 tablespoons)
3 to 4 Thai Dragon chiles (red, green, or a combination), thinly sliced into rings, plus a sprig for garnish
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
3 sprigs fresh cilantro, shredded, plus more leaves for garnish
Bird chiles, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring coconut milk to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add chicken and lemongrass. Reduce to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is just cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in scallions and Dragon chiles, and cook until heated through, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Stir in lime juice, fish sauce, and shredded cilantro. Garnish with cilantro leaves and Bird chiles. Serve immediately.

CURRIED CHICKEN COCONUT NOODLE SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Ginger     Pasta     Coconut     Curry     Winter     Lemongrass     Cilantro     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 as a main dish and 8 as a first course

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 tablespoons curry powder
3 cups chicken broth
two 14-ounce cans unsweetened coconut milk*
1 cup water
2 stalks of lemongrass*, the outer leaves discarded, ends trimmed, and 5 inches of the lower stalks minced
ten 1/8-inch-thick slices of peeled fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 whole chicken breast with skin and bones (about 1 pound)
1/2 pound dried rice-stick noodles* (rice vermicelli)
6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons Asian fish sauce such as nuoc mam*
1/3 cup chopped fresh coriander
Asian chili oil* to taste if desired
*available at Asian markets and some specialty produce markets

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan cook the garlic in the vegetable oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until it is fragrant, add the curry powder, and cook the mixture, stirring, for 30 seconds. Stir in the broth, the coconut milk, the water, the lemongrass, the gingerroot, and the peppercorns and bring the mixture to a boil. Add the chicken and poach it at a bare simmer for 20 minutes, or until it is cooked through. Transfer the chicken with a slotted spoon to a bowl and let it cool, keeping the poaching mixture warm.
  • While the chicken is cooling, in a large bowl soak the noodles in warm water to cover for 5 minutes, drain them, and in a large saucepan of salted boiling water cook them for 5 minutes. Drain the noodles in a colander, rinse them under cold water, and drain them well.
  • Discard the skin and bones from the chicken, shred the meat, and stir it into the poaching mixture with the lime juice and the fish sauce. Cook the soup over moderate heat, stirring, until it is hot, divide the noodles among 6 to 8 bowls, and ladle the soup over them. Sprinkle the soup with the coriander and drizzle it with the chili oil.

CHICKEN CURRY SOUP WITH COCONUT AND LIME



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Anything with coconut and lime just takes me right back to the tropics. I love this soup. It's actually a Thai recipe and is very easy and quick create. Plus, I usually have these ingredients on hand anyway, so it is also inexpensive. Enjoy.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 tablespoon curry powder
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 3/4 inch pieces
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt and pepper
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 cup freshly cooked white rice
lime wedge

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth, coconut milk, curry powder and chili to a simmer in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add chicken and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix in lime juice.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide rice between 4 bowls.
  • Ladle soup over rice.
  • Sprinkle with green onions and cilantro.
  • Pass lime wedges separately.
  • Serve.

MANGO & COCONUT CHICKEN SOUP



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I love preparing dinner in a slow cooker because it's "carefree cooking." This chicken dish uses ingredients that I love, such as coconut milk, edamame and fresh ginger. The Asian-style entree is perfect for a potluck party. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), skin removed and cut up
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 cup frozen shelled edamame, thawed
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk
1/2 cup mango salsa
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 medium mango, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches. Transfer chicken and drippings to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the corn, spinach, edamame and pepper. In a small bowl, combine the coconut milk, salsa and ginger; pour over vegetables., Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken; cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, remove meat from bones; cut or shred meat into bite-sized pieces. Return meat to slow cooker., Just before serving, stir in mango and lime juice. Sprinkle servings with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CREAMY CARIBBEAN CHICKEN & COCONUT SOUP



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Make and share this Creamy Caribbean Chicken & Coconut Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SolightlyUK

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 -8 spring onions
2 garlic cloves
1 red chile
6 ounces cooked chicken, shredded or diced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
300 ml coconut milk
900 ml chicken stock
2 ounces small soup pasta or 2 ounces spaghetti, broken into small pieces
1/2 lemon, sliced
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 -2 tablespoon freshly chopped coriander (cilantro)
1 sprig fresh coriander (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Trim the spring onions and thinly slice.
  • Peel the garlic and finely chop.
  • Cut off the top from the chilli, slit down the side and remove seeds and membrane, then finely chop.
  • Heat a large wok, add the oil and when hot, add the spring onions, garlic and chilli and stir-fry for 2 minutes or until the onion has softened.
  • Stir in the turmeric and cook for 1 minute.
  • Blend the coconut milk with the chicken stock until smooth, the pour into the wok.
  • Add the pasta or spaghetti with the lemon slices and bring to the boil.
  • Simmer, half-covered, for 10-12 minutes, or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the lemon slices and add the chicken.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the chicken is heated through.
  • Stir in the chopped coriander and ladle into heated bowls.
  • Garnish with sprigs of fresh coriander and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your soup the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. You can add almost any vegetable you like to this soup.
  • If you don't have coconut milk, you can use regular milk or cream. However, coconut milk will give the soup a richer flavor.
  • Serve the soup with rice or noodles. This will help to make a more filling meal.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as cilantro or basil. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Chicken coconut soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy coconut broth, tender chicken, and flavorful vegetables, this soup is sure to please everyone at your table.

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