Cock-A-Leekie Soup Recipe

Name: Cock-A-Leekie Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2-3 lb) whole chickens; 2 1/2 quarts chicken broth; 1 large carrot, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped (including top); 1 medium onion, chopped; 1/4 cup parsley, chopped; 2/3 cup barley; 6 large leeks; 1 large potato, peeled and coarsely grated; 1 cup light cream; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 (2 1/2-3 lb) whole chickens
2 1/2 quarts chicken broth
1 large carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped (including top)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
2/3 cup barley
6 large leeks
1 large potato, peeled and coarsely grated
1 cup light cream
salt
pepper

1
Wash chicken and put in pot without giblets. Add broth, carrots, celery, onion, and parsley.
2
Bring to a boil, reduce hat and simmer, covered, until chicken is very tender.
3
Remove chicken from broth and let cool; refrigerate broth.
4
When chicken is cool enough to handle, remove meat and cut into pieces; discard skin and bones.
5
When fat has solidified on broth, remove fat and discard.
6
Heat broth and add barley to boiling broth. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.
7
Trim root ends and dark green stalks from leeks and cut in half lengthwise. Wash well, then slice and add to broth with potato; cook until vegetables are tender.
8
Add chicken and slowly pour in cream.
9
Heat through but do not boil. Salt and pepper to taste.

401

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 1/2-3 lb) whole chickens, 2 1/2 quarts chicken broth, 1 large carrot, chopped, 1 stalk celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cock-A-Leekie Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cock-A-Leekie Soup

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