Description

This Creamy Coconut Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is a rich, comforting bowl packed with tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and silky coconut milk. Gently spiced with curry and cumin, this Creamy Coconut Butternut Squash Chicken Soup is dairy-free, nourishing, and perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
4 cups chicken broth
1 can (13.5 ounces) full-fat coconut milk
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon lime juice
Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
Add Garlic & Ginger:
Stir in garlic and grated ginger. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Toast the Spices:
Add curry powder and cumin. Stir for about 1 minute to toast the spices.
Simmer:
Add cubed butternut squash, chicken, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes until squash is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
Blend the Base:
Remove chicken and set aside. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy (or blend in batches using a countertop blender and return to pot).
Add Coconut Milk:
Stir in coconut milk and bring back to a gentle simmer.
Shred Chicken:
Shred or dice the cooked chicken and return it to the pot.
Finish & Serve:
Stir in lime juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño.Use rotisserie chicken to save time—add after blending.Swap chicken for chickpeas and use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.If soup thickens too much when reheating, add broth or water.Full-fat coconut milk creates the creamiest texture, but light works for a lighter option.