Chicken Barley Soup [0001117]

Ingredients:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
8 cups gluten-free chicken broth
1 cup gluten-free pearled barley
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Add the boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the pot and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until they are lightly browned.

Pour in the gluten-free chicken broth and add the gluten-free pearled barley, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, and the barley is tender.

Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.

Return the shredded chicken to the pot with the cooked barley and vegetables.

Ladle the Gluten-Free Chicken Barley Soup into bowls and serve hot.

This gluten-free chicken barley soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that's perfect for a comforting meal.

Always verify that the ingredients you use are labeled as gluten-free if you have gluten sensitivities or celiac disease. Enjoy your soup!