**Garlicky Barley Vegetable Chicken Soup: A Wholesome and Flavorful Delight**
Immerse yourself in the comforting warmth of garlicky barley vegetable chicken soup, a culinary symphony of flavors and textures that will nourish your body and soul. This versatile soup offers a symphony of flavors, textures, and nutritional benefits, making it an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying meal. With three variations to choose from, this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences, ensuring everyone can savor its goodness. From the classic chicken-based version to vegetarian and vegan alternatives, this soup promises a delightful experience for every palate. Discover the healing powers of garlic, the earthy goodness of barley, and the vibrant colors of vegetables, all harmoniously blended in a rich, soul-satisfying broth.
VEGETABLE CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP
With chicken, barley and a host of delicious veggies, this is a tasty antidote to cold and flu chills. -Patricia Randall, Newton, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove and set aside., In the same pan, saute the leeks, celery and carrot in remaining oil for 4 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in the broth, water, seasonings and chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes., Stir in barley and return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until barley and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHICKEN VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP
This soup is hearty and has great flavor. I like barley in soups instead of rice and this is a great use of barley.
Provided by LEENEMS
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Barley Soup Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread slivered almonds evenly over a baking sheet. Toast in preheated oven until golden brown and fragrant.
- Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Cook onions, celery, mushrooms, and garlic in oil until onions are tender.
- Stir in carrots, potatoes, chicken, and broth. Bring to a boil, then stir in barley. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and stir in butter, parsley, and toasted almonds. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 61.6 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
GARLIC CHICKEN WITH BARLEY
With hearty barley and sweet green peas, so evocative of spring, this meal straddles the seasons beautifully: It's hearty and satisfying, but full of fresh promise for the warm days to come. This recipe originally appeared in"One Pot: 120+ Easy Meals from Your Skillet, Slow Cooker, Stockpot, and More."
Provided by Martha Stewart
Time 2h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with a browning option, brown chicken in oil, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to a plate. (If your slow cooker doesn't have a browning option, just remove skin from the chicken.) Add barley, broth, wine, onion, and garlic to pot. Season with salt and pepper. Place chicken on top. Cover and cook on low until chicken is cooked through, 2 hours.
- Stir peas and tarragon into barley; season with salt and pepper; and transfer to a platter. Arrange chicken on bed of barley and serve.
GARLICKY CHICKEN SOUP
This recipe appeared in one of our Local Newspapers. However, I made some modifications and added some spices and vegetables. Turned out real good. A nice light soup.
Provided by William Uncle Bill
Categories Clear Soup
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over low heat.
- Add onion, carrots, celery, bay leaves, thyme and sage and cook until onions softens and becomes translucent, about 8 minutes,,stirring occasionally.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute on medium-high heat.
- Add broth, white pepper, salt, and cauliflower florets; increase heat to high and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover pot and simmer until carrots are softened, about 6 - 8 minutes.
- Add chicken cubes and bring soup back to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes longer or until chicken is cooked through and there is no pink showing in the chicken.
- Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Remove bay leaves and discard.
- Serve soup hot.
- Refrigerate any unused portion.
- NOTE: If you like a spicy soup, add about 1 teaspoon of Mexican Chili Powder and some Cayenne Pepper.
- I also went very light on the amount of salt used, so the soup could be somewhat bland, add salt to your taste.
BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP
Our taste testers loved this delicious vegetarian soup brimming with veggies and barley. Though it doesn't taste like it, the recipe from Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin has only 128 calories and 1 gram of fat!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 8h40m
Yield 12 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in the water, broth, barley, bay leaf and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until barley and vegetables are tender. , Stir in tomatoes; cover and cook on high for 10-20 minutes or until heated through. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts :
GARLICKY BARLEY VEGETABLE CHICKEN SOUP FOR ONE OR TWO
This is from the new Cinch Yourself cookbook. I can all my own tomatoes and I think that gives this dish a little extra great taste. This is a great dish for leftover barley. It will require more time if you have to cook the barley.
Provided by Ceezie
Categories Cauliflower
Time 25m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan saute the garlic and onion in the oil until the onion is clear. Add veggies and lightly saute. Add broth and tomatoes and simmer about 5-8 minute Stir in the barley, chicken and herbs heat through.
Tips:
- To enhance the flavor of your soup, use a combination of fresh and dried herbs. Common choices include thyme, rosemary, oregano, and basil. - For a more substantial soup, add some cooked barley or rice. - To make the soup creamier, blend a portion of the cooked vegetables and broth together until smooth, then stir it back into the soup. - For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water. - If you have leftover roasted chicken, feel free to use it in this soup. It will add an extra layer of flavor.Conclusion:
This garlicky barley vegetable chicken soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are cooking for one or two, this soup is sure to warm you up and satisfy your cravings. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this soup a try. You won't be disappointed.
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