Creamy but Lean Chicken and Leeks Recipe

Name: Creamy but Lean Chicken and Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 4 large leeks, white parts only, chopped; 4 celery stalks, chopped; 6 cups chicken broth; 1/3 cup long grain rice or 1/2 cup medium or short grain rice; Bouquet garni: 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme and bay leaf, a few parsley sprigs wrapped in cheesecloth; Juice of 1 lemon; Salt and freshly ground white pepper; 2 whole skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2inch cubes; 1/3 cup minced fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1
Heat the butter in a saucepan.
2
Add the leeks and celery and toss together for a few seconds.
3
Add 1/2 cup of the chicken broth.
4
Cover and simmer over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
5
Add the remaining broth and rice and bouquet garni.
6
Cover and simmer, over very low heat for 25 minutes or until rice is very tender.
7
Remove the bouquet garni and puree the soup through a food mill or food processor.
8
Return it to the saucepan, add the lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
If soup is thin, simmer it down until thick enough; if too thick, add some water.
10
Add the chicken and simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until chicken is just cooked through.
11
Adjust the seasoning.
12
Portion out and garnish with parsley.

780

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, 4 large leeks, white parts only, chopped, 4 celery stalks, chopped, 6 cups chicken broth, and more.

Yes, Creamy but Lean Chicken and Leeks falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy but Lean Chicken and Leeks

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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