Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Barley is the ultimate comfort food that warms both your heart and belly. This delightful dish features tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce all enveloped in a chewy barley crust. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep, each bite is a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Simple to prepare, this recipe turns chilly nights into warm gatherings around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced carrots, celery, and onion; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on all sides (7-10 minutes).
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and cream cheese, stirring until combined. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add pearl barley and frozen peas; cover and cook over low heat for about 30 minutes until barley is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt or herbs as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg