Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Instructions

1. 1

   Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.

2. 2

   In a large pot, bring the coconut milk and chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

3. 3

   Add the sliced chicken to the pot and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4

   While the chicken is cooking, prepare the lemongrass by trimming the ends and removing the tough outer layers. Crush the stalks with the back of a knife to release the flavor, then cut into 2-inch pieces.

5. 5

   Add the lemongrass, fish sauce, and lime juice to the pot.

6. 6

   Slice the red chilies and mushrooms, then add them to the soup.

7. 7

   Simmer the soup for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

8. 8

   Remove the lemongrass pieces from the soup.

9. 9

   Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.