Ingredients

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 red onion, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 large carrot, cut into thin 2″ pieces

4 small cloves garlic, minced

1 pinch Kosher salt, to taste

1 can (400ml) coconut milk, shaken well

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (or 450g raw chicken breast, thinly sliced)

2 packages ramen noodles (without seasoning)

1 tsp turmeric

1 tsp sweet paprika

1 tbsp mild hot sauce (adjust to taste)

1⅔ cups water or broth (chicken or vegetable)

Instructions

Step 1: Pre-cook the carrots by bringing a small pot of water to a boil. Add the carrot pieces and cook until slightly tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Heat the coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 3: Add the chopped red onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5: Add the shredded chicken and chopped red bell pepper to the pan. Sprinkle in turmeric and paprika, mixing well to coat everything evenly with the spices.

Step 6: Stir in the pre-cooked carrots and drizzle in the hot sauce. Continue stirring to combine flavors.

Step 7: Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine. Use the empty coconut milk can to add water or broth to the pan, swirling it to capture remaining milk, then add liquid to the soup.

Step 8: Once the chicken is fully cooked, add the ramen noodles and cook for a few minutes, taking care not to overcook them.

Step 9: Ladle the soup into bowls and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or a squeeze of lime for extra brightness if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker prep, or substitute with cooked turkey or tofu for a different protein option.

Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred spice level, or omit it for a milder soup.

Adding fresh ginger with the garlic gives the soup an extra warming depth.

For a gluten-free version, substitute ramen noodles with rice noodles or spiralized vegetables.

FAQs

Can I use fresh chicken instead of rotisserie?

Yes, you can use raw chicken breast sliced thinly. Cook the chicken thoroughly in the pan along with the vegetables before adding the noodles.

How can I make this soup vegetarian?

Replace chicken with firm tofu or extra vegetables, and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. The coconut milk and spices keep the soup flavorful.