Chicken Barley Stew Recipe

Name: Chicken Barley Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, Cut Into 3/4-inch Pieces; 1 teaspoon Salt, Divided; 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper, Divided; 1 Yellow Onion, Chopped; 2 Medium Carrots, Cut Into 1/2-circles; 1 stalk Celery, Cut Into 1/2-inch Dice; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme; 1 cup Pearl Barley; 4 cups Chicken Broth; 1 can (14 Oz. Size) Petite Diced Tomatoes; 1/4 cups Minced Flat-leaf Parsley

Servings: persons

4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, Cut Into 3/4-inch Pieces
1 teaspoon Salt, Divided
1 teaspoon Ground Pepper, Divided
1 Yellow Onion, Chopped
2 Medium Carrots, Cut Into 1/2-circles
1 stalk Celery, Cut Into 1/2-inch Dice
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
1 cup Pearl Barley
4 cups Chicken Broth
1 can (14 Oz. Size) Petite Diced Tomatoes
1/4 cups Minced Flat-leaf Parsley

1
Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm.
2
Heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil in the saucepan. Add the onion, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic, thyme and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoons ground pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
4
Stir in the pearl barley, chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until the barley is tender, 50-60 minutes. Stir in the chicken and parsley. Serve.

686

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

112

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 teaspoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, Cut Into 3/4-inch Pieces, 1 teaspoon Salt, Divided, 1 teaspoon Ground Pepper, Divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken Barley Stew 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.

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Chicken Barley Stew

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