add chicken, rice, garlic, and ginger to a medium-sized pot and cover with water. bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10 minutes

add cubed sweet potato and simmer for another 15 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender

remove chicken thighs and shred using two forks. then add them back to the pot along with chopped kale

simmer for another 5 minutes, then season with soy sauce and salt to taste

plate into bowls, finishing with a squeeze of lemon juice and avocado slices