Description
Chicken Barley Soup is the ultimate comfort food that warms both body and soul on chilly days. This hearty, nourishing dish combines tender rotisserie chicken, wholesome barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth, creating an inviting aroma that fills your home. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this easy-to-make soup not only satisfies your cravings but also offers a nutritious option for any meal. With its delightful blend of flavors and textures, Chicken Barley Soup will surely become a winter staple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 3 ribs celery (chopped)
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 3/4 cup barley
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Rinse the barley under cold water and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Stir in seasonings, then add carrots, celery, barley, and rotisserie chicken.
- Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes until barley is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg