Chicken Laksa Soup

Dive into the comforting warmth of Chicken Laksa Soup, a flavorful Southeast Asian noodle soup that perfectly balances creamy coconut milk, aromatic laksa paste, and tender chicken. This richly spiced dish features soft rice noodles soaked in a luscious broth, enhanced with the savory depth of chicken broth, fish sauce, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Topped with fresh bean sprouts, chopped cilantro, and sliced chili for a vibrant finish, this soup is a feast for the senses. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal one-pot meal for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner. Serve with lime wedges for a tangy twist that elevates each spoonful. Perfect for fans of Thai and Malaysian cuisine, this Chicken Laksa Soup recipe is a must-try comfort food that will transport your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 g Rice noodles
• 300 g Chicken breast (sliced thinly)
• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 500 ml Chicken broth
• 4 tbsp Laksa paste
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp Fish sauce
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 100 g Bean sprouts
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 2 Spring onion (sliced)
• 1 Red chili (sliced)
• 4 Lime wedges
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1000 ml Water (for boiling noodles)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring 1000 ml of water to a boil. Add the rice noodles and cook according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the laksa paste and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the coconut milk and chicken broth, mixing well to create a smooth soup base.

Step 4

Add the chicken slices to the soup and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 5

Season the soup with 2 tbsp of fish sauce, 1 tbsp of brown sugar, and 1 tsp of salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Divide the cooked rice noodles evenly into serving bowls.

Step 7

Ladle the hot soup over the noodles, ensuring that the chicken is distributed evenly among the bowls.

Step 8

Top each bowl with fresh bean sprouts, chopped cilantro, sliced spring onion, and a few slices of red chili.

Step 9

Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2754.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1295.2

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 240mg	0%
Sodium 7681.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 111.1g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 222.1mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2388.2mg	0%

*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: 29.6%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 36.6%