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One Pot Thai Chicken Soup

One Pot Thai Chicken Soup

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Indulge in the warmth and vibrant flavors of One Pot Thai Chicken Soup, a delightful dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, creamy coconut broth, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this comforting soup features aromatic notes from red curry paste and zesty lime, providing a nourishing meal without the fuss of takeout.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 2 medium carrots (sliced)
  • 24 tablespoons red curry paste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 5 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 14 oz. cans quality coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 56 kaffir lime leaves
  • 3 tablespoons minced Thai or regular basil
  • 1½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 8 oz. cremini mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 cup chopped bite-size cauliflower florets
  • 3 oz. rice vermicelli/thin rice noodles/sticks (broken into pieces)
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2–3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1½ teaspoons sriracha
  • crushed peanuts (for garnish)
  • chopped cilantro (for garnish)
  • lime juice (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; sear chicken thighs for 2 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from pot.
  2. Sauté diced onion and sliced carrots in the drippings for 4 minutes. Add red curry paste, ginger, and garlic; cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Return chicken to the pot; pour in chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, salt, pepper, kaffir lime leaves, and basil.
  4. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken to shred; add mushrooms, bell pepper, cauliflower, and rice noodles to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Mix shredded chicken back in along with cilantro, lime juice, and sriracha.
  7. Discard lime leaves; adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot garnished with crushed peanuts and extra cilantro.

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