Lime-Spiced Chicken With Pearl Barley and Corn Sala

Name: Lime-Spiced Chicken With Pearl Barley and Corn Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup lime juice, fresh; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 2 (200 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup pearl barley; olive oil flavored cooking spray; 1 ½ cups fresh corn kernels (see intro); 1 small red capsicum, halved, deseeded, finely chopped; 4 green onions, ends trimmed, thinly sliced; ½ cup Italian parsley

Servings: persons

1
Combine the lime juice, paprika and garlic in a jug.
2
Place the chicken in a shallow glass or ceramic dish.
3
Add half the lime juice mixture to the chicken and turn to coat.
4
Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 20 minutes to marinate.
5
Meanwhile, cook the barley in a large saucepan of boiling water for 20 minutes or until tender.
6
Rinse under cold running water.
7
Drain.
8
Transfer to a large bowl.
9
Heat a non-stick frying pan over high heat.
10
Spray with olive oil spray.
11
Add the corn and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes.
12
Add the capsicum and green onion and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until the corn is light golden.
13
Add the corn mixture, parsley and remaining lime juice mixture to the barley.
14
Taste and season with pepper.
15
Stir until well combined.
16
Wipe the pan clean with paper towel.
17
Place over medium-high heat.
18
Spray with olive oil spray.
19
Drain the chicken from the marinade.
20
Cook for 4 minutes each side or until cooked through.
21
Set aside to cool slightly.
22
Thinly slice the chicken.
23
Divide the barley mixture among serving bowls.
24
Top with the chicken to serve.

260

kcal

Calories

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: ¼ cup lime juice, fresh, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 garlic clove, crushed, 2 (200 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, and more.

Yes, Lime-Spiced Chicken With Pearl Barley and Corn Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Lime-Spiced Chicken With Pearl Barley and Corn Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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