Thai Chicken Soup Recipe

Name: Thai Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil or 1 tablespoon chili oil; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 scallions, trimmed and sliced; 1 leek, trimmed and sliced finely; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped; 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips; 3 ½ cups chicken broth; 2 tablespoons rice wine; 1 tablespoon lemongrass, finely chopped; 6 fresh lime leaves or 3 slices lime zest, shredded; 7 ounces fine egg noodles; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sesame oil or 1 tablespoon chili oil
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 scallions, trimmed and sliced
1 leek, trimmed and sliced finely
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 red chili pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
3 ½ cups chicken broth
2 tablespoons rice wine
1 tablespoon lemongrass, finely chopped
6 fresh lime leaves or 3 slices lime zest, shredded
7 ounces fine egg noodles
salt and pepper

1
Heat the oil in a wok or large saucepan.
2
Add the garlic and cook over a medium heat, stirring for 1 min, then add the scallions, leek, ginger and chili and cook for a further 3 minutes.
3
Add the chicken, broth and rice wine, bring to the boil and simmer for 20 minutes Stir in the lemongrass and lime leaves or zest.
4
Bring a separate saucepan of water to the boil and add the noodles.
5
Cook for 3 mins, drain well then add them to the soup.
6
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Cook for a further 2 minutes Remove from the heat, ladle into individual bowls and serve hot.

862

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

103

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sesame oil or 1 tablespoon chili oil, 2 garlic cloves, chopped, 2 scallions, trimmed and sliced, 1 leek, trimmed and sliced finely, and more.

Yes, Thai Chicken Soup 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Thai Chicken Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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