Chicken Barley Soup (Low Cal

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A hearty, low-calorie soup featuring tender chicken, chewy barley, and fresh garden vegetables in a clear, savory broth.
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This comforting Chicken Barley Soup is a perfect balance of protein and whole grains, offering a satisfying meal without the heaviness. The clear broth is infused with the earthy sweetness of barley, the crunch of celery and carrots, and the bright zest of lemon. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant herbal note, while green beans provide a pop of color and texture. It is an ideal dish for chilly evenings or when you need a gentle, nourishing meal. Simple to prepare with basic pantry staples, this soup is naturally low in fat yet rich in flavor. It reheats beautifully, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or leftovers. Enjoy the warmth of this traditional-style soup that feels like home.

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Chicken Barley Soup (Low Cal

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 884.8

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This comforting Chicken Barley Soup is a perfect balance of protein and whole grains, offering a satisfying meal without the heaviness. The clear broth is infused with the earthy sweetness of barley, the crunch of celery and carrots, and the bright zest of lemon. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant herbal note, while green beans provide a pop of color and texture. It is an ideal dish for chilly evenings or when you need a gentle, nourishing meal. Simple to prepare with basic pantry staples, this soup is naturally low in fat yet rich in flavor. It reheats beautifully, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or leftovers. Enjoy the warmth of this traditional-style soup that feels like home.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place chicken pieces, water, celery leaves, and the whole small onion into a large saucepan.
  2. Reserve the celery stalks for later use.
  3. Cover the saucepan and bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for 1 1/2 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
  5. Remove the chicken pieces from the pot and set them aside to cool.
  6. Strain the broth into a bowl and refrigerate until the fat solidifies on top.
  7. Scoop off and discard the solidified fat layer from the top of the broth.
  8. Remove skin and bones from the cooled chicken, discarding them, then cut the meat into bite-sized pieces.
  9. Return the defatted broth to the saucepan.
  10. Chop the reserved celery stalks and add them to the broth along with the chopped onion, carrots, parsley, barley, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and celery seed.
  11. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes to cook the barley and vegetables.
  12. Add the fresh green beans and the cut chicken pieces back into the pot.
  13. Continue cooking for another 15 minutes, or until the green beans are tender.
  14. Serve warm, approximately 1 1/2 cups per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 884.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.2g64%
Saturated Fat 11.3g57%
Cholesterol 303.0mg101%
Sodium 309.4mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 16.3g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g14%
Sugars 3.7g
Protein 93.8g188%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, barley, soup, healthy, low-calorie, vegetables, comfort food, meal prep, clear broth, simmered, green beans, celery, carrots, lemon, parsley, protein, whole grains, diabetic-friendly, light dinner, homemade broth
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