This chicken, potato, and leek soup is my favorite soup. Very comforting.
Ingredients
- 1 (2 pound) fryer chicken
- 3 cups water
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 3 large leeks, sliced
- 1 quart heavy cream
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions
Step 1
Place chicken, water, and chicken broth in a large, heavy stockpot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until liquid has reduced by about half, chicken is no longer pink at the bone, and the juices run clear, about 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Step 2
Remove chicken and allow to cool. Strain stock and set aside.
Step 3
Add butter to the stockpot and melt over medium heat. Add leeks and saute until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in cream, potatoes, and reserved stock; cook at a simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile debone the chicken and dice the meat.
Step 5
Add diced chicken to the soup and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes more.
Cook’s Note:
Milk can be substituted for cream but be careful to turn down heat as milk will curdle.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 646 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat53g | 68% |
Saturated Fat30g | 152% |
Cholesterol200mg | 67% |
Sodium558mg | 24% |
Total Carbohydrate28g | 10% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 11% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein16g | |
Vitamin C26mg | 128% |
Calcium130mg | 10% |
Iron3mg | 14% |
Potassium651mg | 14% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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