Chicken Barley Soup Recipe

Name: Chicken Barley Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2 lb.) chicken; 2 quarts. water; 2 cubes chicken bouillon; 2 c. minced celery; 2 c. diced onions; 2 c. diced carrots; 3 c. diced fresh mushrooms; 1/2 c. uncooked barley; 1/2 pound fresh spinach, washed and coarse stems removed; Salt & pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1
Place the chicken in a pot with water and bring to a boil.
2
Add in bouillon cubes.
3
Turn back heat and simmer for 1 1/4 hrs or possibly till chicken is tender.
4
Skim off excess fat.
5
Remove chicken from kettle and cold.
6
Pull meat off of bones and throw away skin and bones.
7
Add in celery, onion, carrots, mushrooms and barley to the broth and simmer 45 min.
8
Stack spinach leaves and cut into thin strips.
9
Add in spinach and cubed chicken and cook 2 to 3 min or possibly till heated thoroughly.

293

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 1/2 lb.) chicken, 2 quarts. water, 2 cubes chicken bouillon, 2 c. minced celery, and more.

Yes, Chicken Barley Soup Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!