chicken breasts, diced
Instructions:
- Sauté the Chicken:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced cornfed chicken breasts to the pot and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the Barley and Broth:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Add the rinsed pearl barley, chicken broth, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer the Soup:
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 45-50 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve:
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and
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- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and