Cozy Curry Chicken Soup 

Warm yourself with a bowl of Hearty Curry Chicken Soup, a delicious blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered in a creamy coconut milk broth. This comforting and nutritious soup is ideal for chilly days, offering both flavor and satisfaction in every spoonful. 

Ingredients 

  • For 1x (Serves 4-6) 
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 1 small white onion, peeled and diced 
  • 2 large carrots, diced 
  • 2 celery stalks, diced 
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced 
  • 1/4 cup flour 
  • 5 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock) 
  • 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, cut into small cubes 
  • 1 pound (uncooked) boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces 
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder 
  • 2 teaspoons garam masala 
  • 2/3 cup frozen peas 
  • 1 (15-ounce) can full-fat coconut milk (or half and half) 
  • Pinch of sea salt 
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 2 small white onions, peeled and diced 
  • 4 large carrots, diced 
  • 4 celery stalks, diced 
  • 8 cloves garlic, minced 
  • 1/2 cup flour 
  • 10 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock) 
  • 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces 
  • 2 pounds (uncooked) boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder 
  • 4 teaspoons garam masala 
  • 1 1/3 cups frozen peas 
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans full-fat coconut milk (or half and half) 
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste  
  • For 3x (Serves 12-18) 
  • 6 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 3 small white onions, peeled and diced 
  • 6 large carrots, diced 
  • 6 celery stalks, diced 
  • 12 cloves garlic, minced 
  • 3/4 cup flour 
  • 15 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock) 
  • 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, diced into bite-sized pieces 
  • 3 pounds (uncooked) boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons curry powder 
  • 6 teaspoons garam masala 
  • 2 cups frozen peas 
  • 3 (15-ounce) cans full-fat coconut milk (or half and half) 
  • Freshly ground black pepper, adjusted to your preference 

Instructions 

Sauté the Vegetables 

  • Warm the Oil: Pour the olive oil into a large pot and warm it over medium heat. 
  • Cook the Veggies: Toss in the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook them for 5-7 minutes until they become tender. 
  • Incorporate Garlic: Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until it releases its aroma. 

Make the Roux 

  • Incorporate Flour: Dust the vegetables with flour, mixing thoroughly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove any raw flour flavor. 

Add Broth and Potatoes 

  • Add Stock: Gradually pour in the chicken stock while stirring to prevent lumps. 
  • Add Potatoes: Add the diced potatoes to the pot. 

Cook the Chicken 

  • Add Chicken: Add the diced chicken breasts to the pot. 
  • Season: Stir in the curry powder and garam masala. 
  • Simmer: Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes until the chicken and potatoes are cooked through and tender. 

Finish the Soup 

  • Add Peas: Stir in the frozen peas. 
  • Blend in Coconut Milk: Slowly pour in the coconut milk or half and half, stirring continuously. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes until fully warmed and well-integrated. 
  • Season: Taste and season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper as needed. 

Serve 

  • Serve Hot: Ladle the cozy curry chicken soup into bowls and serve hot. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful soup with crusty bread or over rice. 

Conclusion 

Cozy Curry Chicken Soup is a delicious and comforting meal that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices in a rich coconut milk broth. This hearty soup is perfect for any occasion and is sure to warm you up on a chilly day. Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious dish with your loved ones!