UKRAINIAN CHICKEN LEEK SOUP - EASY TO MAKE!

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive and add more flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

Boil 1 liter of water in a pot.

Add raw chicken breast and boil for about 5 minutes.

Discard the first broth as it contains too much fat.

Rinse the chicken under cold running water.

Add fresh water to the pot, about 6 liters.

Bring the water to a boil and cook the chicken for about 20 minutes until fork tender.

While the chicken is cooking, chop the leek.

Cut the carrots and potatoes.

Add chopped leek to the broth and simmer for about 5 minutes.

Remove the chicken and put it aside in a bowl.

Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and spices to the soup and cook over medium heat for 15 minutes until potatoes are almost ready.

Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the soup.

If using bow tie noodles, add them with the other vegetables so they cook longer.

Add salt to taste.

Sprinkle the soup with fresh dill or parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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