In a large pot, heat the oil to medium high. Add carrots, onions, celery, leeks, and garlic, and sauté about 4 minutes, or until onions begin to turn translucent.
Add thyme, bay leaves, chicken, and water.
Add salt and parsley and give it a few gentle stirs.
Turn heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 20 minutes, add Jasmine rice, turn heat to medium low and simmer, covered, for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. If seasoning is to your liking, you can turn off the heat. If you need to adjust seasoning, adjust then simmer for another 5 minutes.
That's it! Enjoy (and feel better!). :)
