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Thai Shrimp Or Chicken Soup

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This comforting Thai Shrimp and Chicken Soup delivers a perfect balance of savory depth and bright aromatics. By simmering chicken bones with onion and herbs, you create a rich, flavorful base that elevates simple ingredients. The addition of garlic, coriander, and chili powder infuses the broth with authentic warmth, while fresh scallions and cilantro provide a crisp, herbal finish. It is an ideal weeknight dinner option that feels luxurious yet remains straightforward to prepare. Serve it steaming hot over rice for a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Whether you choose chicken, shrimp, or both, this versatile soup comes together quickly and offers a delicious way to enjoy fresh seafood and poultry together.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 89.3
Description
This comforting Thai Shrimp and Chicken Soup delivers a perfect balance of savory depth and bright aromatics. By simmering chicken bones with onion and herbs, you create a rich, flavorful base that elevates simple ingredients. The addition of garlic, coriander, and chili powder infuses the broth with authentic warmth, while fresh scallions and cilantro provide a crisp, herbal finish. It is an ideal weeknight dinner option that feels luxurious yet remains straightforward to prepare. Serve it steaming hot over rice for a satisfying meal that warms the soul. Whether you choose chicken, shrimp, or both, this versatile soup comes together quickly and offers a delicious way to enjoy fresh seafood and poultry together.
Ingredients
  • 2 Chicken Breasts, Halved
  • 6 cup Water
  • 1 small Onion, Peeled & Chopped
  • 1 small Bay Leaf
  • 2 Sprigs Parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic, Crushed
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground Coriander
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1/2 lb Raw Small, Shelled Shrimp, Deveined
  • 2 cups Sliced Mushrooms
  • 6 Scallions, With Tops, Sliced
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Fresh Coriander
Directions
  1. 1
    Remove skin from chicken breasts and carefully cut meat from bones, pulling out any cartilage.
  2. 2
    Cut chicken meat into strips and set aside.
  3. 3
    Place chicken bones in a large saucepan.
  4. 4
    Add water, onion, bay leaf, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper to the saucepan.
  5. 5
    Bring mixture to a boil, then lower heat and simmer covered for 1 hour.
  6. 6
    Strain broth into a clean saucepan, discarding solids.
  7. 7
    Combine crushed garlic, ground coriander, chili powder, and soy sauce.
  8. 8
    Stir the spice mixture into the strained broth and bring to a boil.
  9. 9
    Add chicken strips, shrimp, and mushrooms to the boiling broth.
  10. 10
    Cook covered for about 5 minutes, until shrimp turns pink and chicken is tender.
  11. 11
    Stir in sliced scallions and fresh coriander.
  12. 12
    Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 89.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4880.4mg204%
Total Carbohydrate 21.3g8%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g29%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 2.2g5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve hot over cooked rice for a complete meal.

If fresh coriander is unavailable, you can use additional parsley as a substitute.

Ensure shrimp are fully deveined before cooking to remove any grit.

For a richer broth, consider using chicken stock instead of plain water.

Keywords: thai, soup, shrimp, chicken, broth, garlic, coriander, chili, soy sauce, mushrooms, scallions, parsley, bay leaf, thyme, rice, dinner, comfort food, seafood, herbs, spices
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