- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into small pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 6 cups (1.5 liters) chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)