Keto Chicken Coconut Soup
Indulge in the creamy, flavorful embrace of this Keto Chicken Coconut Soup, a low-carb twist on a classic comfort dish. Featuring tender bites of chicken thighs simmered in a fragrant base of full-fat coconut milk, curry spices, and a hint of cayenne, this soup is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Fresh aromatics like ginger, garlic, and onion elevate the broth, while vibrant red bell pepper and baby spinach add color and nutrition. A finishing touch of lime juice, cilantro, and green onions brightens every spoonful, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome, keto-friendly meal. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is an easy weeknight dinner that promises both flavor and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 cans full-fat coconut milk
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 green onions
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
Chop the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Add to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Cut the red bell pepper into thin strips and add them to the pot. Cook for another 2 minutes.
Add the curry powder and cayenne pepper to the vegetables, stirring constantly for 1 minute to release the aromas.
Pour in the coconut milk and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the chopped chicken thighs to the pot. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Add the baby spinach and let it wilt for about 2 minutes.
Chop the fresh cilantro and slice the green onions. Mix them into the soup just before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 272.8 g | 350% | |
| Saturated Fat | 208.4 g | 1042% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 567 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 9729 mg | 423% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 158.5 g | 317% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 463 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 41.2 mg | 229% | |
| Potassium | 5056 mg | 108% | |
*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.
