Easy Chicken Barley Soup

This flavorful Chicken Barley Soup is a comfort food classic that is perfect for soup season. It’s quick and easy to make and full of delicious veggies.

This Chicken Barley Soup costs about $7.39 to make. The recipe makes 4 servings for just $1.85 per serving.

Ingredients AND RECIPE COST

– Olive oil – $0.14 – Celery stalks – $0.72 – Yellow onion – $0.62 – Carrots – $0.56 – Boneless chicken breasts – $1.99 – Salt – $0.01 – Pepper – $0.03 – Low-sodium chicken broth – $1.98 – Quick-cooking barley – $0.88 – Thyme – $0.25

PER SERVING COST: $0.45

RECIPE COST: $1.79

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have.

Step-by-step instructions!

Follow our easy instructions for success!

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In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Then, add in the celery, carrots, and onions.

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Add chicken and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often until the chicken is almost cooked through, about 4 minutes.

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Add the broth, thyme sprigs, and poultry seasoning, and bring the soup to boil.

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Add the barley and give the soup a good stir. Reduce the heat to simmer and cover the pot.

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Simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the barley is tender​, about 10-13 minutes.

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