Jul 13 2026
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Chicken Tom-yum Recipe

Inspired by West Coast Grille
Time30m
Serves4

Make Chicken Tom-yum Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Chop the lemongrass into 1-inch pieces, slice the galangal, and quarter the tomatoes. Slice the mushrooms and chop the cilantro.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Make the Broth

    In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Add Aromatics

    Add the chopped lemongrass, sliced galangal, and kaffir lime leaves to the boiling broth. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavors.

  3. 5

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Vegetables

    Stir in the sliced mushrooms and quartered tomatoes. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

  5. 7

    Season the Soup

    Add the fish sauce, lime juice, and chili paste to the pot. Stir well and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

  6. 8

    Finish with Fresh Herbs

    Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and optional Thai bird's eye chili for an extra kick.

Serving

  1. 9

    Serve the Soup

    Ladle the Tom Yum Chicken soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges and additional chopped cilantro if desired.

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