Last updated on July 4, 2025
If you have been following my blog for a while now, you know I’m constantly looking for recipes that are low in carbs and rich in flavor. Keeping up with my Ketogenic Lifestyle, I’m sharing my Keto Thai Chicken Coconut Soup (or as the Thai locals call it, Tom Kha Gai). It is not just a soup; it’s more like a creamy, warm hug in a bowl. I love having it during chilly evenings or whenever I am craving something healthy yet indulgent.
This keto-approved gem is protein-packed with chicken and keeps hunger pangs at bay. Ah, and the coconut milk! It’s the smooth, velvety elixir in this recipe, taking this soup from good to heavenly. Besides adding rich texture to this recipe, it also adds healthy fats that are essential in a keto diet. I also love to add lime for a zesty twist and ginger for its aroma and health benefits. What I like the most about Thai cuisine is that it balances sweet, salty, sour, and spicy flavors without overpowering one another.
If you like more spice, you can add more chili oil to it. If you don’t like mushrooms, you can add bok choy or any other ingredient according to your preference. This recipe’s adaptability has made it one of my favorite soup recipes.
Now, let’s get into the recipe.
Keto Thai Chicken Coconut Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- Half a bowl of chopped mushrooms
- 1 tbsp fresh, minced ginger
- 1 can of coconut milk
- 2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 kg boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon fish sauce
- Chili oil for garnishing
- Cilantro leaves for garnishing
Instructions
- Take a large pot, put it over medium flame, and heat the oil. Now, add minced ginger in it and let it cook until it turns a little brown.
- Now, add the mushrooms and let it cook for 5-6 minutes until it gets a little soft.
- Add broth, fish sauce, and coconut milk to it. Let it boil.
- Add chicken and turn the flame low to let it simmer until chicken turns whitish. You need to cook it for another 5–6 minutes.
- Turn off the heat when it’s cooked.Now, add lime juice as per your preference.
- Garnish with chili oil and cilantro leaves before serving.
Notes
Calories 326 Carbohydrates 7.3g Protein 11g Fat 2 8.5g
Do share your thoughts on this Keto Thai Chicken Coconut Soup recipe if you try it. This soup is perfectly satisfying on its own. But if you want something on its side, you can pair it with a light Keto Zucchini Grilled Cheese Sandwich for a full feast. Or enjoy a salad bowl with a tangy vinaigrette.
Remember to tag me on Instagram and Facebook if you try this recipe, and share if you tweaked it. If you are hungry for more keto soups, check out my Keto Drop Soup, Keto Spinach Soup, and Keto Broccoli Jalapeno Soup recipes.
Happy cooking and keto-ing!
