Tom Yum Soup with Chicken

Experience the bold, aromatic flavors of Thailand with this classic Tom Yum Soup with Chicken recipe. Bursting with fragrant ingredients like lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and galangal root, this soup offers the perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and savory flavors. Tender slices of chicken simmered in a rich chicken broth are complemented by the freshness of lime juice, the subtle heat of Thai chilies, and the umami depth of fish sauce. Adding mushrooms and tomatoes enhances the texture while fresh cilantro and spring onions provide a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this light yet satisfying soup serves as an ideal appetizer or main course for any Thai-inspired meal. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests, this Tom Yum Soup is a must-try for lovers of bold, authentic cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Chicken breast
• 750 ml Chicken broth
• 2 pieces Lemongrass stalks
• 2 slices Galangal root
• 4 pieces Kaffir lime leaves
• 3 pieces Thai chilies
• 2 tablespoons Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 2 pieces Tomatoes
• 100 grams Mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves
• 2 pieces Spring onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the ingredients: thinly slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, lightly bruise the lemongrass stalks, and thinly slice the galangal root.

Step 2

Fill a medium pot with the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the lemongrass, galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the boiling broth. Let it cook for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 4

Chop the tomatoes into wedges and slice the mushrooms. Add them to the pot along with the Thai chilies (whole for a milder soup or sliced for more heat).

Step 5

Lower the heat to a simmer, then add the sliced chicken. Cook until the chicken pieces are thoroughly cooked, roughly 10 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the fish sauce and lime juice, and add the brown sugar and salt. Stir the soup gently to mix all the flavors.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning by adding more fish sauce or lime juice as needed.

Step 8

Once the chicken is cooked and the flavors are well combined, turn off the heat.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot in bowls, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro leaves and sliced spring onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1670.1 grams (1670.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	732

Total Fat 14.80g	19%
Saturated Fat 3.00g	15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 215mg	72%
Sodium 6461mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 66.90g	24%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 91.80g	184%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 3842mg	82%

*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: 17.3%

Protein: 47.8%

Carbs: 34.8%