Cozy Thai Chicken Soup with Lemongrass & Ginger – Easy & Flavorful
This vibrant Thai Chicken Soup combines tender chicken with fragrant lemongrass, ginger, and a hint of coconut milk for a delicious and comforting meal perfect for cold nights or a taste of the tropics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed
- 2 inches fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, coconut milk, lemongrass, and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
2. Once simmering, add the diced chicken, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook until chicken is fully cooked, approximately 15 minutes.
3. Stir in fish sauce and lime juice.
4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
For best flavor, use fresh lemongrass and ginger. To intensify the broth, let it simmer a few extra minutes before adding the chicken.
Make it spicier with a Thai chili or a spoonful of red curry paste.
Great served with jasmine rice or rice noodles.
To make it vegetarian, swap chicken for tofu and use vegetable broth.