Panera Thai Style Chicken Soup Recipe

Panera Thai Style Chicken Soup is a delicious and comforting dish that combines the flavors of Thai cuisine with the heartiness of a classic chicken soup. This soup is packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and aromatic spices, making it the perfect meal for a chilly day. The combination of lemongrass, ginger, and coconut milk gives this soup a unique and flavorful twist. It's easy to make and will surely become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 stalks lemongrass, bruised
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14 ounces) coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture becomes fragrant.
2. Add the sliced chicken breasts to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink in the center.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well to combine.
4. Add the bruised lemongrass stalks to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes to allow