Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Barley is a comforting dish that warms the soul on chilly days. This delightful recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, complemented by chewy barley and an array of colorful vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this dish brings everyone together with its irresistible flavor and heartwarming aroma.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Chop onions and carrots, and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onions until translucent (about 3 minutes). Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in rinsed barley and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until barley is tender (30-35 minutes).
- Once barley is cooked, mix in softened cream cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Fold in carrots and frozen peas along with dried thyme. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed before serving hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg