Chicken Barley Soup

This hearty and nutritious Chicken Barley Soup is perfect for a cozy meal! Packed with tender chicken, wholesome barley, and vibrant vegetables, it’s a delicious, one-pot comfort food.Serving Ideas for Chicken Barley Soup

🕒 Timing

• Preparation: 15 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 1 hour

🍲 Ingredients

• 🐓 Chicken breast or thighs: 2, boneless and skinless
• 🥕 Carrots: 2, diced
• 🧅 Onion: 1, chopped
• 🥬 Celery stalks: 2, sliced
• 🌿 Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
• 🍲 Pearl barley: 1/2 cup
• 🥣 Chicken broth: 6 cups
• 🌱 Bay leaf: 1
• 🧂 Salt and pepper: To taste
• 🫛 Parsley: Fresh, chopped (for garnish)

How to Prepare Chicken Barley Soup

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

1. Chop the vegetables and mince the garlic.
2. Rinse the barley under cold water.

Step 2: Sauté Vegetables

1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp of olive oil.
2. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
3. Add garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 3: Cook Chicken and Barley

1. Add chicken broth, barley, bay leaf, and chicken to the pot.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.

Step 4: Shred the Chicken

1. Remove chicken from the pot and shred with two forks.
2. Return the shredded chicken to the soup and continue cooking for 10 minutes.

Step 5: Season and Serve

1. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.