Description
This Panera Thai Chicken Soup is a bold, comforting bowl of creamy coconut goodness, loaded with shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and warm Thai spices. It delivers the perfect harmony of savory, spicy, and aromatic notes—all in under 40 minutes. A perfect meal-prep or weeknight favorite!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced or grated
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
0.75 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional)
1 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in garlic and ginger, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add red curry paste and sauté for 1–2 minutes to release its aroma.
4. Pour in coconut milk and chicken broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
5. Add mushrooms, red bell pepper, and peas. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in shredded chicken and heat through for 5 more minutes.
7. Add soy sauce, fish sauce (if using), lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes, then serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Full-fat coconut milk gives the soup a rich, velvety texture—don’t substitute with light unless necessary.
For a faster version, use rotisserie chicken—it saves time and adds flavor.
Blooming the curry paste in oil before adding liquids creates a deeper, more layered taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Thai chicken soup, Panera copycat, coconut curry soup