Best 6 Garlicky Barley Vegetable Chicken Soup For One Or Two Recipes

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**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.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGETABLE CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP



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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

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 cups chopped leeks (white portion only)
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
1 carrot, thinly sliced
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2-1/4 cups water
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley

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



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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

1 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped carrots
5 cups diced red potatoes
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
2 ½ quarts chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking barley
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and black pepper to taste

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



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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

1 whole chicken (3 1/2 to 4 pounds), cut into 10 pieces
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2/3 cup pearl barley
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup white wine
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
2 teaspoons chopped fresh tarragon

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



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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

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped very small
2 large carrots, scrubbed and chopped very small
3 stalks celery, chopped into small pieces
2 large bay leaves
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
8 large garlic cloves, finely grated
8 cups chicken broth or 8 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1 cup fresh cauliflower floret
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4 inch cubes

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



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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

1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, halved
1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups water
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 bay leaf
1-3/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained

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



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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

1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped zucchini
1/4 cup chopped carrot
1/4 cup chopped cauliflower
1 cup canned Italian tomatoes
2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup cooked barley
3 ounces boneless skinless cooked chicken breasts, cubed
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian herb seasoning

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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