Thai Coconut Chicken Soup (Noodle Bowl)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (13.5-ounce) can coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon red curry paste
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 ounces rice noodles
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• Lime wedges, for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
2. Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in the chicken broth, coconut milk, curry paste, ginger, lime juice, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. While the soup is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to package directions.
7. Add the noodles, carrots, and bell pepper to the soup and cook for 5 minutes more, or until the vegetables are tender.
8. Serve the soup immediately, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and creamy soup with a slightly spicy flavor.
• Tender chicken and crisp vegetables.
• Easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

User Comments:

• "This soup is so comforting and flavorful! I love the creamy coconut broth and the tender chicken."
• "This is my go-to recipe for noodle soup. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."
• "I added some shrimp to my soup and it was delicious! This recipe is very versatile."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have red curry paste, you can substitute yellow or green curry paste.
• To make a vegetarian version of this soup, simply omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as diced tomatoes or mushrooms.