Healthy Village Chicken and Barley Soup

Village Chicken and Barley Soup is a heartwarming dish that has been passed down through generations in rural villages. Known for its rich, savory flavor and the addition of hearty barley grains, this soup is both filling and nourishing. It’s a complete meal in a bowl, combining protein, whole grains, and vegetables.

Village Chicken and Barley Soup is a wholesome and nourishing dish made with tender chicken, hearty barley, and an array of vegetables. This is a perfect meal for cold days or when you’re feeling under the weather, as it’s packed with nutrients and comforting flavors.

Village Chicken and Barley Soup

a wholesome and nourishing dish made with tender chicken, hearty barley, and an array of vegetables.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Asian, European

Servings 8 people

Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

• Large pot
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Wooden spoon
• Ladle

Ingredients

  

• 1 whole chicken cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion chopped
• 3 carrots chopped
• 2 celery stalks chopped
• 1 cup barley
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh thyme for garnish

Instructions

 

• In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and brown on all sides for 5–7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
• Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
• Return the chicken to the pot, and add the barley, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the barley is tender.
• Remove the chicken from the pot and shred the meat, discarding the bones. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme.

Notes

- For extra flavor, you can add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of chili flakes.
- This soup is excellent for batch cooking, and leftovers can be frozen for up to three months.

Keyword barley, Chicken soup, hearty meal, homemade soup, rustic chicken soup, village recipe

Nutrition (per serving):
– Calories: 320
– Carbohydrates: 35g
– Protein: 28g
– Fat: 10g
– Sodium: 620mg
– Fiber: 8g

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