Best 5 Sweet Potato Chicken Soup With Barley Recipes

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**Sweet Potato Chicken Soup with Barley: A Nutritious and Flavorful Dish**

Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Sweet Potato Chicken Soup with Barley, a hearty and wholesome soup that nourishes the body and soul. This delectable soup features tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and plump barley grains simmered in a savory broth. The natural sweetness of the potatoes and carrots balances the savory flavors of the chicken and barley, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Each spoonful promises a burst of warmth and comfort, making it the perfect dish for chilly days or as a soothing remedy for the common cold. With its abundance of nutrients and the versatility to accommodate dietary preferences, this soup is a true crowd-pleaser. Explore the variations included in the article, such as the Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chicken Soup and the Vegetarian Sweet Potato Soup, to cater to different tastes and dietary needs. Embrace the goodness of this soup and embark on a culinary journey that nourishes both body and soul.

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

CHICKEN WITH BARLEY SOUP



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This is a high-protein, high-fiber, and low-fat recipe that is very filling. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty of leftovers. The soup freezes well. This soup comes out very thick; if you like a thinner soup, add more water or reduce the barley to 1/2 cup. This soup recipe is very flexible. Adjust amount of veggies and seasonings to your family's taste.

Provided by Carolyn LaLumiere Miller

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups water
2 pounds chicken thighs, or more to taste
1 ½ cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery (try to include celery leaves)
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup pearl barley
3 bay leaves
1 cube chicken bouillon, or more to taste
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine water, chicken thighs, and bay leaves in a large stock pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, place a cover on the pot, and cook at a simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool. Remove and discard bones, skin, and fat from chicken. Cut remaining meat into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cool broth until the fat congeals on the surface. Skim and discard fat.
  • Return soup to heat; add carrots, celery, onion, pearl barley, bay leaves, chicken bouillon, poultry seasoning, sage, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to low, place cover on the pot, and simmer until the barley is cooked and the vegetables are tender, 60 to 90 minutes. Stir lemon juice into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 703.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

NEW ENGLAND SOUP FACTORY'S SWEET POTATO CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP



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Another unique but wonderfully filling soup from the New England Soup Factory - very thick and hearty! (Prep time does not include poaching chicken; this would be a great way to use leftovers!) Found online.

Provided by winkki

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, peeled and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup celery, diced
3 cups carrots, sliced
2 parsnips, grated
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 1/4 cups pearl barley
2 1/2-3 quarts chicken stock
3 cups chicken, poached and diced
1/4 cup freshly chopped dill
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy stock pot.
  • Saute garlic, onions, celery and carrot for 8 minutes.
  • Add parsnips, barley, chicken and chicken stock.
  • Bring to a boil; simmer on medium-high heat for 30 minutes.
  • Add the sweet potatoes and cook an additional 30 minutes.
  • Add dill and season.

SPICY CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP WITH SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH



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Make and share this Spicy Chicken Barley Soup With Sweet Potatoes and Spinach recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 Spanish onion, chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
cayenne, a pinch
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, chopped
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup pearl barley, rinsed well
1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces (or thigh)
5 ounces Baby Spinach
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1/2 cup mint
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
lemon wedge, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over high heat.
  • Add the onion and salt and saute until limp, about 3 minutes.
  • Add all the spices and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and saute for another minute, until darkened but not burned (if the tomato paste looks too dark too quickly, lower the heat).
  • Add the garlic and continue to saute for 1 minute longer.
  • Return the heat to high if you lowered it, then add the broth, 2 cups water, and the barley to the pot.
  • Bring to a boil and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add the sweet potato and continue to cook until the barley and sweet potato are soft, about 30 minutes to an hour more, adding more water to the pot if necessary (it should not get too thick).
  • Add the chicken, partially cover the pot, lower the heat to med-low, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the spinach and cilantro to the pot and continue simmering until the spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and more salt if desired.
  • Serve garnished cilantro and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.7, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 365.2, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 16.3

CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 1/2 cups)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 medium boneless chicken breasts, (about 12 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Sour cream or Mexican crema, for serving
Chipotle hot sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a large soup pot. Add the onions, garlic, and bay leaf, cook stirring occasionally until the onions are slightly soft, about 3 minutes. Add the sweet potatoes and cook until soft around the edges, another 2 minutes. Scatter the flour over the vegetables and stir until the flour is absorbed into the mixture, 1 minute.
  • 2. Add the broth to the pot, whisking until smooth. Bring the soup to a boil over high heat and season with 2 teaspoons salt and some pepper. Once the soup boils, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, stir into the soup and cook until just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the cilantro and divide the soup into 4 serving bowls. Top each soup with sour cream and chipotle hot sauce as desired. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat 9.5 grams, Cholesterol 87 milligrams, Sodium 1185 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams

SWEET POTATO CHICKEN SOUP WITH BARLEY



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I have had this recipe for quite some time, but can't remember where it came from. Anyway, it's really yummy.

Provided by Michelle Bersani =^..^=

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tsp olive oil
1 large spanish onion, peeled and diced
3 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 c celery, diced
3 c carrots, sliced
2 parsnips, grated
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 1/4 c pearl barley, uncooked
2 1/2 - 3 qt chicken stock (or broth)
3 c boneless chicken breast, poached and diced
1/4 c fresh dill, chopped
kosher salt & fresh groud pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the olive oil in a large heavy stock pot.
  • 2. Saute garlic, onions, celery and carrot for 8 minutes.
  • 3. Add parsnips, barley, chicken and chicken stock.
  • 4. Bring to a boil; simmer on medium-high heat for 30 minutes.
  • 5. Add the sweet potatoes and cook an additional 30 minutes.
  • 6. Add dill and season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of sweet potatoes. This will give your soup a more complex flavor. You can use orange, purple, or white sweet potatoes.
  • Don't overcook the barley. Barley should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked barley will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Add vegetables that you like. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add carrots, celery, onions, or any other vegetables that you like.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat.
  • Serve the soup hot. Sweet potato chicken soup is best served hot, with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato chicken soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber. This soup is also a good source of protein, thanks to the chicken and barley. If you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup that is also good for you, then sweet potato chicken soup is the perfect choice.

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