SOUTHWEST CHICKEN BARLEY CHOWDER
Mashed squash helps make this chowder creamy but not heavy, and it's a favorite way to get barley on the table. My kids even ask for leftovers for lunch. -Pamela Cleghorn, Campbellsburg, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or just until onion is tender., Stir in squash, barley, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10-12 minutes or until barley is tender., Add beans, corn, cream, salsa and cilantro; heat through, stirring occasionally. If desired, serve with avocado and tomatoes. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or milk if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 681mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Ilimou Roqorai
i.roqorai@aol.comI love the combination of flavors in this chowder. The chicken, barley, and vegetables all come together perfectly.
Oladipupo Olusegun Iyowun
o@hotmail.comThis chowder is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.
ABD Rahman
r-abd78@hotmail.co.ukThis chowder is the perfect winter warmer. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend it.
Umme Samia
umme-s60@gmail.comI love the addition of barley to this chowder. It adds a nice chewy texture and makes the chowder more filling.
Abdulkhalik Lolai
lolai-abdulkhalik19@gmail.comThis chowder is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it a great way to save money and reduce food waste.
Tazmim Hasan
h_t62@yahoo.comThis chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love that I can make it in the slow cooker, which makes it a great option for a busy weeknight meal.
Buyi Mdluli
m-b@hotmail.comI love the combination of flavors in this chowder. The chicken, barley, and vegetables all come together perfectly.
Music Bd
bd.music@yahoo.comThis chowder is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal, which is always a plus.
Anrekay Fransman
fransman_anrekay@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of barley, but I really enjoyed it in this chowder. The flavors were well-balanced and the barley added a nice texture.
Queen B
q_b@aol.comThis chowder is delicious and so easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which makes it a great way to save money.
Hayden lee
h.l@hotmail.comI made this chowder for a party and everyone loved it. It was the perfect winter warmer. I highly recommend this recipe.
Tejilal Pasman
pasman-tejilal31@yahoo.comThis chowder is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can throw it all in the slow cooker and let it cook while I'm away. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Babo Sarkar
sarkar_b@gmail.comI've made this chowder several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add a bit of chopped cilantro at the end for a pop of freshness.
Subu Khan
k_s29@gmail.comThis chowder is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of chicken, barley, and vegetables.
Himeekoua Kambatuku
hkambatuku@aol.comI made this chowder for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how flavorful it was. I will definitely be making it again.
Motheo Kgosiemang
motheokgosiemang@hotmail.comThis was a delicious and easy-to-make chowder. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. My husband and kids loved it!
Md Mousa
md-m@hotmail.comI'm not usually a fan of barley, but I really enjoyed it in this chowder. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Gulam Qadir
g@hotmail.frThis chowder was a hit with my family! The flavors were rich and complex, and the barley added a nice chewy texture. I will definitely be making this again.