Thai Chicken Wild Rice Soup
This Thai Chicken Wild Rice Soup delivers 26g protein and 356 calories per serving — a nutrient-dense soup combining protein, whole grains, and vegetables. Batch-preps 6 servings efficiently on the stovetop, giving you multiple meals that support recovery without requiring daily cooking. Stock this when you need warm, satiating meals that fit moderate calorie targets for off-days or cutting phases.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Mushrooms, Cremini(227g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Carrots
- •Yellow Onion
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(1440g)
- •Rice, Wild(240g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(30g)
- •Thai red curry paste(30g)
- •Coconut Milk, Full-Fat, Canned(425g)
Instructions
- 1Combine chicken, mushrooms, stock, garlic, bell peppers, carrots, onion, stock, wild rice, ginger and Thai chili paste in the bowl of an Instant Pot pressure cooker. Stir briefly to combine.
- 2Cover and set vent to “sealing”. Cook on manual (high pressure) for 30 minutes. Let the Instant Pot rest for an extra 10 minutes (natural release). Then carefully turn the vent to “venting” and release the remaining pressure (quick release). Remove lid.
- 3Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate plate, and shred into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
- 4Add the shredded chicken and coconut milk to the soup, and stir gently until combined. Taste and season with salt, pepper and/or additional curry paste as needed.
- 5Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- 6Combine chicken, mushrooms, stock, garlic, bell peppers, carrots, onion, stock, wild rice, ginger and Thai chili paste in the bowl of a large slow cooker. Stir briefly to combine, then cover with a lid.
- 7Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, until the rice is tender and the chicken shreds easily.
- 8Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate plate, and shred into bite-sized pieces with two forks.
- 9Add the shredded chicken and coconut milk to the soup, and stir gently until combined. Taste and season with salt, pepper and/or additional curry paste as needed.
- 10Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
- 11Cut the chicken into small bite-sized pieces; set aside.
- 12Heat (an extra) 1 tablespoon oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant.
- 13Add in the chicken, mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, stock, wild rice and Thai chili paste. Stir to combine.
- 14Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- 15Once the rice is tender, stir in the coconut milk until combined. Taste and season with salt, pepper and/or additional curry paste as needed.
- 16Serve warm, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
356
calories
26g
protein
18g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 27g
- Saturated fat
- 13.9g
- Sodium
- 373 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.9g
6 servings per batch · ~514g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Thai Chicken Wild Rice Soup have per serving?
Each serving delivers 26g of protein and 356 calories with 18g fat and 27g carbs. The macro balance tilts toward carbohydrate content, so this works best as part of a higher-carb day when training volume is high.
How long does Thai Chicken Wild Rice Soup take to prep?
This recipe is quick prep and batch-makes 6 servings on the stovetop, providing three days of meals in a single cooking session. The high serving count makes this one of the most efficient recipes for weekly prep.
Is Thai Chicken Wild Rice Soup good for fat loss?
At 356 calories per serving, this soup is calorie-controlled and works within fat loss phases, though the 27g carbs and lower protein-to-calorie ratio means you should pair it with higher-protein meals elsewhere in your day. The wild rice provides sustained carbohydrate energy for training days.
