- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 large leek (white and light green parts only), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 large carrots, thinly sliced
- 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
- You can use quinoa or another grain as a substitute for brown rice.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can blend a portion of it to add creaminess.
- This soup is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.