Paleo & Whole30 Potato, Leek & Chicken Soup with Kale

INGREDIENTS

medium leeks, white and light green parts of the stem cut in half and chopped 1/8" thick

medium yellow onion, chopped

medium celery stalks, chopped 1/4" thick

medium carrots, chopped 1/4" thick

3 cloves

garlic, grated or finely chopped

1 tbsp

olive oil

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

1 1/4 lb

skinless chicken thighs

8 cups

chicken stock

medium yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2" cubes (I leave the skin on)

2 tsp

fresh thyme leaves (or dried)

bay leaves

kale leaves, stems removed and chopped