Hearty Irish Chicken and Barley Soup

How to Make Hearty Irish Chicken and Barley Soup at Home

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Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 cup pearl barley
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 2 medium garlic cloves
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add 1 large chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

3. 3

   Add 2 medium chopped carrots and 2 medium chopped celery stalks. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

5. 5

   Add 1 lb of diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.

6. 6

   Pour in 6 cups of chicken stock and bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Once boiling, add 1 cup of pearl barley, 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of thyme, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of salt.

8. 8

   Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the barley is tender.

9. 9

   Remove the bay leaves and stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley before serving.

10. 10

    Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.