Chicken with Barley Soup

Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Chicken with Barley Soup
110 min.
6
448kcal

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Warm up your day with a bowl of hearty Chicken with Barley Soup, a comforting dish that not only satisfies the soul but also keeps you nourished with its dairy-free goodness. This wholesome recipe combines succulent chicken thighs with the chewy texture of pearl barley, creating a delightful blend of flavors and textures that are perfect for lunch or dinner. The vibrant colors of chopped carrots and celery, along with aromatic bay leaves and herbs, add an appetizing visual appeal that’s as enticing as it is delicious.

Imagine curling up with this delightful soup on a chilly evening, where the fragrant steam swirls around you as you prepare your meal. The rich broth, simmered to perfection, is infused with chicken bouillon and a medley of herbs, offering a beautiful depth of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. Not only is this dish tasty, but it's also packed with essential nutrients, making it an excellent option for families looking for a healthy meal. Whether you serve it as a main course or as part of a larger feast, Chicken with Barley Soup is sure to please everyone around the table.

Ready in just over an hour, this dish is a breeze to prepare, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of loved ones. So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a delightful dining experience that showcases the best of comforting and nourishing home-cooked food.

Ingredients

  •  bay leaves 
  • 1.5 cups carrots chopped
  • cup celery chopped (try to include celery leaves)
  • cube chicken bouillon to taste
  • pounds chicken thighs to taste
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  •  onion chopped
  • 0.8 cup pearl barley 
  • teaspoon poultry seasoning 
  • teaspoon rubbed sage 
  • teaspoon salt to taste
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • pot
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Combine water, chicken thighs, and bay leaves in a large stock pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, place a cover on the pot, and cook at a simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.
  2. Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool.
  3. Remove and discard bones, skin, and fat from chicken.
  4. Cut remaining meat into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Cool broth until the fat congeals on the surface. Skim and discard fat.
  6. Return soup to heat; add carrots, celery, onion, pearl barley, bay leaves, chicken bouillon, poultry seasoning, sage, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to low, place cover on the pot, and simmer until the barley is cooked and the vegetables are tender, 60 to 90 minutes. Stir lemon juice into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories448kcal
Protein24.9%
Fat51.49%
Carbs23.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.97
Glycemic Load
1.58
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.849130371343%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.24mg
Hesperetin
0.72mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
1.13mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:447.64kcal
22.38%
Fat:25.61g
39.4%
Saturated Fat:6.88g
43.02%
Carbohydrates:26.42g
8.81%
Net Carbohydrates:20.59g
7.49%
Sugar:3.16g
3.51%
Cholesterol:148.17mg
49.39%
Sodium:577.22mg
25.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.87g
55.73%
Vitamin A:5660.37IU
113.21%
Selenium:38.02µg
54.31%
Vitamin B3:8.65mg
43.26%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.36%
Phosphorus:321.3mg
32.13%
Manganese:0.5mg
25.22%
Fiber:5.83g
23.33%
Vitamin K:22.68µg
21.6%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.21%
Potassium:620.71mg
17.73%
Zinc:2.63mg
17.54%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.23%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.13%
Magnesium:62.98mg
15.74%
Copper:0.27mg
13.67%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.32%
Iron:2.01mg
11.17%
Folate:35.66µg
8.91%
Vitamin C:6.47mg
7.84%
Calcium:64.29mg
6.43%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.39%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%
Source:Allrecipes