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Chicken, Leek, and Rice Soup

Time
40 min
Makes
Servings: 4 to 6
Ingredients
12
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Ingredients

Amounts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or unsalted butter
  • 2 large or 3 medium leeks, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 celery rib, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot stick, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken stock or broth, preferably homemade
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup long-grain white rice (I used jasmine)
  • Big handful chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, and dill are favorites here)
  • Lemon zest and juice
  • Red pepper flakes (I’m using Aleppo, which is milder) or harissa
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