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Bowl of decadent Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup with fresh herbs

Crockpot Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

This easy slow-cooked soup features creamy coconut milk, tangy lime, and tender chicken, creating a comforting and fragrant dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast (or thighs for richer flavor) Use boneless skinless thighs for more forgiving meat.
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk (full-fat for creaminess) Light coconut milk can be used but will be less rich.
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons red curry paste Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce Adds umami; substitute soy sauce if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Any color.
  • 1 medium carrot, sliced Use a peeler or bias slices.
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Button or cremini.
  • 2 cups spinach Baby spinach wilts quickly.
  • to taste Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer.
  2. Pour in the coconut milk and then the chicken broth.
  3. Spoon in the red curry paste. Add the fish sauce and lime juice. Stir gently to combine so the paste dissolves into the liquid.
  4. Add the sliced bell pepper, carrot, and mushrooms on top of the liquid.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  2. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot.
  3. Stir in the spinach until just wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Finishing
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning: a squeeze more lime, a pinch of salt, or extra fish sauce if needed.
  2. Serve hot in bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 29gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Use gluten-free fish sauce or tamari for gluten-free needs. Serve this soup over or alongside jasmine rice, rice noodles, or with a simple green salad.

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