Chicken Vegetable Barley Soup

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.

Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 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

Directions

Step 1
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.

Step 2
Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Cook onions, celery, mushrooms, and garlic in oil until onions are tender.

Step 3
Stir in carrots, potatoes, chicken, and broth. Bring to a boil, then stir in barley. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.

Step 4
Remove from heat, and stir in butter, parsley, and toasted almonds. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

275
Calories
12g
Fat
27g
Carbs
16g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 275
% Daily Value *
Total Fat12g 15%
Saturated Fat3g 14%
Cholesterol31mg 10%
Sodium62mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate27g 10%
Dietary Fiber6g 20%
Total Sugars3g
Protein16g
Vitamin C12mg 58%
Calcium56mg 4%
Iron2mg 12%
Potassium678mg 14%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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