Slow-Cooker Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Slow-Cooker Thai Coconut Chicken Soup
360 min.
9
230kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this Slow-Cooker Thai Coconut Chicken Soup, a delightful dish that is both gluten-free and dairy-free. Perfect for any meal of the day, this soup is a comforting blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices that will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of this hearty soup wafting through your kitchen. With just a few minutes of prep, you can set your slow cooker to work, allowing the ingredients to meld together beautifully over several hours. The combination of red curry paste and fish sauce adds a depth of flavor that is both savory and slightly spicy, while the creamy coconut milk brings a luscious richness that balances the dish perfectly.

This recipe serves nine, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Each bowl is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, offering a delicious way to enjoy wholesome ingredients like carrots, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Topped with fresh basil and a splash of lime juice, this soup is a celebration of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting dinner option or a unique lunch to impress your friends, this Slow-Cooker Thai Coconut Chicken Soup is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this bowl of goodness and savor every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • cup carrots diagonally sliced
  • cup onion chopped
  • medium bell pepper red cut into strips
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • tablespoons ginger grated
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • tablespoons curry paste red
  • teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • cups chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
  • 14 oz coconut milk canned (not cream of coconut)
  • oz mushrooms fresh sliced ( 3 cups)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix carrots, onion, bell pepper, garlic, gingerroot, fish sauce and curry paste. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 6 minutes, turning once, until browned on both sides.
  2. Place chicken over vegetables in slow cooker.
  3. Pour broth over chicken.
  4. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 5 hours or until chicken is tender.
  5. Remove chicken from slow cooker to plate; shred, using 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker. Stir in coconut milk, mushrooms and basil. Cover; cook 30 minutes longer or until mushrooms are tender. Stir in lime juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein29.58%
Fat55.62%
Carbs14.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.09
Glycemic Load
1.33
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
16.495217399753%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.3mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.89mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
3.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:230.32kcal
11.52%
Fat:14.66g
22.55%
Saturated Fat:10.31g
64.42%
Carbohydrates:8.77g
2.92%
Net Carbohydrates:6.37g
2.31%
Sugar:4.66g
5.18%
Cholesterol:72.86mg
24.29%
Sodium:594.54mg
25.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.54g
35.08%
Vitamin A:3371.93IU
67.44%
Selenium:23.06µg
32.94%
Vitamin B3:6mg
29.98%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.67%
Vitamin C:22.76mg
27.58%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.69%
Phosphorus:226.49mg
22.65%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.38%
Vitamin B5:1.49mg
14.94%
Potassium:519.29mg
14.84%
Copper:0.28mg
13.81%
Magnesium:50.26mg
12.57%
Zinc:1.75mg
11.64%
Iron:1.8mg
10.01%
Fiber:2.41g
9.63%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.35%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.73%
Vitamin K:8.56µg
8.16%
Folate:29.56µg
7.39%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.94%
Calcium:37.11mg
3.71%