Down-Home-Style Thai Chicken Soup Recipe TheChicken

Name: Down-Home-Style Thai Chicken Soup Recipe TheChickenlessChick
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. butter, divided; 1 white or yellow onion, diced large; 2 c. sliced okra; 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; 1 celery rib, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; Generous handful Thai basil leaves, shredded; 10 ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded, and diced; or 1 24-oz. box No Salt Added diced tomatoes (I prefer Pomi); 2 c. chicken stock; Juice of 1 lime; 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 c. pre-cooked rice; 1 12-oz. can coconut milk; Salt-n-pepper; Hot sauce to taste (check out www.aefoods.com for some excellent all-natural varieties)

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. butter, divided
1 white or yellow onion, diced large
2 c. sliced okra
3 carrots, peeled and sliced
1 celery rib, sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
Generous handful Thai basil leaves, shredded
10 ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded, and diced; or 1 24-oz. box No Salt Added diced tomatoes (I prefer Pomi)
2 c. chicken stock
Juice of 1 lime
2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
1 c. pre-cooked rice
1 12-oz. can coconut milk
Salt-n-pepper
Hot sauce to taste (check out www.aefoods.com for some excellent all-natural varieties)

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Melt 2 tbsp.
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of the butter in a stew pot over medium heat.
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Add the onions, okra, carrots, and celery.
4
Saute until the onions are translucent.
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Salt and pepper.
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Add the garlic and basil to the pot and saute 2-3 minutes more.
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Add the tomatoes, chicken stock, and lime juice.
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Raise the heat and bring to a vigorous boil, then reduce heat to medium low.
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Let simmer 35-45 minutes.
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(Add more broth or water a couple tbsp.
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at a time if it starts to get low.)
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Meanwhile, melt the remaining tbsp.
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of butter in a separate pan.
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Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper, then brown them in the pan over medium heat.
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Add chicken and rice to the pot.
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Cook 10 minutes more.
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Add the coconut milk, and salt to taste.
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Cook until heated through and serve.
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Remember to pass hot sauce around at the table.
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If you enjoy this recipe, you can find more on my blog: http://thechickenlesskitchen.blogspot.com/ Thanks for reading!

680

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. butter, divided, 1 white or yellow onion, diced large, 2 c. sliced okra, 3 carrots, peeled and sliced, and more.

Yes, Down-Home-Style Thai Chicken Soup Recipe TheChickenlessChick falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Down-Home-Style Thai Chicken Soup Recipe TheChickenlessChick

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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