Leek Soup At Home!

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Skinless breasts are lower in fat, while drumsticks are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped leeks, carrots, celery, and onion; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

Remove chicken thighs, shred the meat, and discard bones and skin.

Return shredded chicken to the pot along with diced potatoes.

Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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