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Chicken Barley Soup

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Chicken Barley Soup is a hearty, wholesome soup made with tender chicken, chewy barley, and a medley of vegetables, simmered together in a savory broth for a comforting and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup pearl barley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Return chicken to the pot and add chicken broth, barley, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45–55 minutes, or until barley is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Stir in fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken and remove bones before serving.
  • Soup thickens as it sits; add more broth or water to reach desired consistency.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.

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