Coconut Chicken Rice Soup - a filling flavour packed soup with tender chicken, rice and warming curry spices in a creamy coconut broth that is perfect for cosy lunches or dinners.
Soups packed with delicious filling ingredients are always some of my favourite meals. Even with a simple vegetable soup, I love adding toppings or extra ingredients to make it feel more satisfying, and proteins or grains are always great for that. This soup has everything cooked together in one big pot with tender chicken, rice, vegetables and loads of delicious flavour in every spoonful.
Calories in Coconut Chicken Rice Soup
This recipe serves 4 and is 301 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Notes
To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Onion: Adds sweetness and flavour to the base of the soup as it softens and cooks down.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic adds extra warmth and savoury flavour that works perfectly with the curry spices.
- Fresh Ginger: Gives the soup a lovely fresh warmth and adds so much flavour to the broth.
- Medium Curry Powder: Adds warming curry flavour without making the soup too spicy.
- Red Chilli Flakes: Optional, but great if you like a little extra heat.
- Chopped Tomatoes :Add richness and a slight tang that balances beautifully with the coconut milk and spices.
- Long Grain Rice: Cooks directly in the soup, helping make it hearty and filling while soaking up all the delicious flavours.
- Chicken Stock :Forms the flavourful base of the soup and helps cook the rice perfectly.
- Cooked Chicken :A great way to use up leftover cooked chicken and adds extra protein to make the soup more satisfying. I like using chicken Better Than Bouillon stock paste. It adds savoury depth and keeps the sauce rich and full of flavour as the pasta cooks. Be sure to use the right ratio of stock cubes or paste to water for a balanced, tasty broth. Too little and it'll taste flat; too much and it can become overly salty.
- Coconut Milk: Adds creaminess and balances the spices with a subtle sweetness.
- Salt and Black Pepper: Important for seasoning and bringing all the flavours together.
- Fresh Coriander (Cilantro): Adds freshness and a lovely finishing touch when serving.
- Olive oil Spray: Used for softening the onion and spices without needing lots of oil.
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.
Variations and Substitutes
This soup is really easy to adapt depending on what ingredients you have on hand and how spicy or creamy you like it.
- Swap the chicken for turkey, chickpeas, lentils or beans for a different protein option.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach, peas, sweet potato, butternut squash, carrots, bell peppers or zucchini to bulk the soup out even more.
- Brown rice can be used instead of long grain rice, but it may need a little extra cooking time and stock.
- If you prefer a spicier soup, add extra chilli flakes or a little chopped fresh chilli.
- Mild curry powder can be used for a gentler flavour, or hot curry powder if you like more heat.
- Fresh coriander can be swapped for parsley if preferred.
- A squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving adds a lovely fresh finish.
Side Suggestions
This soup is already really filling with the chicken, rice and vegetables, but a few simple sides work perfectly alongside it if you want to make it even more of a meal.
- Warm Garlic Greek Yoghurt Naan Bread - Perfect for dipping into the flavourful broth and soaking up all the spices.
- Crusty Bread - Great for serving alongside a big bowl of soup.
- Poppadoms - Add a lovely crunch and pair really well with the curry flavours.
- Simple Green Salad - Something light and fresh helps balance the warmth and richness of the soup.
- Onion Bhajis - perfect for dunking in the soup
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
Storing
Allow the soup to cool before transferring to an airtight container and storing in the fridge for up to 3 days. The rice will continue to absorb some of the liquid as it sits, so the soup may thicken slightly.
Freezing
This soup can be frozen for up to 3 months in freezer safe containers. Just keep in mind that the rice may soften a little once defrosted and reheated.For best results, you can also freeze the soup without the rice and add freshly cooked rice when reheating.
Reheating
Reheat gently in a saucepan over a medium low heat until piping hot, stirring occasionally. Add an extra splash of stock or water if needed to loosen the soup as the rice absorbs liquid during storage. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave in short bursts, stirring halfway through until heated through.
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Recipe Card
Coconut Chicken Rice Soup
Coconut Chicken Rice Soup - a filling flavour packed soup with tender chicken, rice and warming curry spices in a creamy coconut broth that is perfect for cosy lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger root
- 1 tablespoon of medium curry powder
- pinch of red chilli flakes (optional)
- 400g can of chopped tomatoes
- ¾ cup (150g) of long grain rice (uncooked)
- 2.5 cups (600ml) of chicken stock
- 1.5 cups (approx 200g) of cooked chicken
- ½ cup (120ml) of coconut milk
- salt and black pepper
- chopped fresh coriander (cilantro)
- olive oil spray
Instructions
- Spray a deep saucepan with some olive oil over a medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and fry for a few minutes to soften, you can add a little splash of water if needed to prevent any sticking.
- Once the onion is softened add in the garlic, ginger, curry powder and chilli flakes fry for another minute. Again add a splash of water if needed so it doesn't stick.
- Add in the chopped tomatoes, rice, stock and cooked chicken.
- Bring to a boil and then simmer for about 15 minutes, until rice is cooked.
- Add in the coconut milk and stir until creamy and heated through.
- Taste and season as needed with salt and black pepper.
- Stir in some chopped cilantro (coriander)
- Enjoy!!
Notes
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- Dairy Free Friendly
- Gluten Free Friendly - use gluten free stock
- ❄️ Freezer Friendly - - see freezing and reheating section.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1 SERVINGAmount Per Serving Calories 301Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 6gUnsaturated Fat 12gCholesterol 94mgSodium 696mgCarbohydrates 38gFiber 2gSugar 6gProtein 20g
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Claire says
Amazing, love this, I make it regularly for me and my kids. So quick and easy to make and tastes delicious!
Katie says
Absolutely delicious! Full of flavour, yet such a simple recipe.
I used Tikka Curry Powder and stirred 2 large handfuls of kale through at the end for some extra veg.
My new favourite!
Laura says
This is literally my new favourite soup! My 2 year old loves it also
Tracey says
Can this be frozen?
Siobhan (Slimming Eats) says
Rice in soup isn't ideal for freezing, as it tends to absorb all the stock. If you do freeze it, you'll need to add more stock when reheating, and make sure to follow food safety guidelines for reheating rice.