Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Barley is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with hearty barley in a rich, creamy sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this recipe brings warmth and joy to any table. Packed with vibrant vegetables and delicious flavors, it’s not just a meal; it’s a delightful experience that wraps you in comfort like your favorite blanket.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 1 cup pearl barley (rinsed)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the barley under cold water until clear.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent. Add garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in the diced chicken, carrots, and celery. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add rinsed barley to the pot and let it simmer gently for about 30 minutes until tender.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, thyme, and parsley. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 675mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg