A flavorful and healthy option for soup lovers. This chicken soup with barley is very filling and can be served as a hearty main dish.
Prep time 35 min cook time 1h
ingredients for 5-6
- 1,2-1,5 kg chicken cut up in pieces
- 1,5 l water or chicken stock
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 onion, peeled and chopped
- 180-200 g barley or a mix of rice and barley
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1. In a large pot cook chicken in water until tender about 35 minutes. I usually add a teaspoon or two of salt at this point. Set chicken aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones using a fork.
2. If you prefer you can skim off some fat from the pot before returning the chicken to it with the remaining ingredients. Check the cooking time for barley.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and let simmer 1 hour or until the vegetables are tender and barley is cooked. Adjust seasoning.
BUON APPETITO!