Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Barley is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and hearty barley enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this dish promises to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. With easy-to-follow instructions and versatile ingredients, it’s an approachable recipe that even novice cooks can master. Gather around the table for a delightful meal that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice the onion and carrots.
- In a large pan over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Sauté the onions and garlic until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the diced chicken with salt and pepper; cook until lightly browned.
- Mix in the carrots and frozen peas until combined.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in thyme and barley; cover and cook on low for about 30 minutes until barley is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg