Thai Shrimp and Chicken Soup

Transport your taste buds to Thailand with this vibrant and satisfying Thai Shrimp and Chicken Soup, a perfect balance of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors. This recipe combines tender shrimp and chicken with aromatic lemongrass, zesty ginger, and bold red curry paste, all simmered in a luscious coconut milk and chicken stock base. Sliced mushrooms, carrots, and fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions enhance the soup's texture and freshness, while fish sauce and lime juice deliver that classic Thai tang. Customize it with rice noodles for a heartier experience or keep it light as a standalone bowl. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with authentic Thai cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 lb Chicken breast (cut into thin strips)
• 14 oz Coconut milk
• 4 cups Chicken stock
• 2 stalks Lemongrass stalks (trimmed and lightly bruised)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh ginger (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
• 1 cup Carrots (julienned)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Green onions (sliced)
• 1 piece Red chili (thinly sliced, optional for heat)
• 8 oz Rice noodles (if desired, for serving)
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the red curry paste, sliced ginger, and bruised lemongrass stalks to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a low simmer.

Step 4

Add the chicken strips to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 5

Stir in the coconut milk, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the mushrooms and carrots. Simmer gently for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Toss in the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more fish sauce or lime juice for extra depth of flavor.

Step 9

If using rice noodles, cook them separately according to package instructions. Divide the noodles into serving bowls.

Step 10

Ladle the soup over the noodles, or serve the soup on its own in bowls.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro, green onions, and red chili slices (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3592.9 grams (3592.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2505

Total Fat 48.80g	63%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 1328mg	443%
Sodium 4704mg	205%
Total Carbohydrate 197.20g	72%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 58.70g
Protein 319.70g	639%

Vitamin D 69IU	344%
Calcium 698mg	54%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 4705mg	100%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.5%

Protein: 51.0%

Carbs: 31.5%