Best 5 Southwestern Chicken Barley Tomato Soup Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and flavorful soups, southwestern chicken barley tomato soup reigns supreme. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of zesty southwestern flavors, tender chicken, plump barley, juicy tomatoes, and a rich, savory broth that's sure to warm your body and soul. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aromas, this soup is a feast for the senses, offering a unique culinary experience that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're a seasoned soup aficionado or just looking for a comforting meal to brighten up a chilly day, southwestern chicken barley tomato soup is an absolute must-try.

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SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP



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Kell Ferell of Alamo, North Dakota drives 80 miles round-trip every day for her job, so she needs quick, healthy dishes to fix for her family. "This is a huge favorite," she pens. "If I don't have leftover chicken, I simply boil or poach some chicken breasts. I use the cooking liquid to replace part of the water in the recipe to add even more flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups water
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 cups cubed cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the water, corn, beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, broth, barley, chilies, chili powder and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer after 45 minutes., Stir in chicken; cook, uncovered, 15 minutes longer or until chicken is heated through and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN & BARLEY SOUP



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I recently purchased some barley as a way to introduce new grains to my diet. Found lots of good ideas for barley on this site and came up with my own soup. Perfect fall soup with comfort from the barley and chicken with a little heat from the chilies. Since the ingredients here reflect my pantry and tastes, you should feel free to adapt it to your own. I can see using green beans instead of zucchini or thighs instead of breasts.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
7 cups water
2 low-sodium chicken bouillon cubes
2 chicken breast halves, skin removed
1 1/2 cups canned diced tomatoes
1 ear of corn
1 (14 ounce) can black beans
2 ancho chilies
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup barley
1 medium yellow zucchini or 1 medium green zucchini, cut in to medium cubes

Steps:

  • Saute onion, garlic, celery and green pepper in olive oil in soup pot.
  • Once onions are soft (about 5 minutes) add water, bouillon, tomatoes, black beans and chicken to pot and bring to a low simmer.
  • (Use chicken broth instead of water and bouillon if you prefer).
  • Remove corn kernels from cob and add to soup.
  • Add whole ancho chilies to pot for a minute, just to get the dried chili to soften a bit.
  • Remove from pot.
  • Tear off stalk and remove seeds.
  • Dice chilies into small pieces and return to simmering pot.
  • Let soup simmer 20 minutes and remove chicken from pot.
  • Shred or dice chicken and return to pot.
  • Add barley and let soup simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Add zucchini and let simmer an additional 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.6, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 15.5, Sodium 186.3, Carbohydrate 48, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 5, Protein 15.6

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN BARLEY TOMATO SOUP



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I was trying a new recipe that a friend gave me, but didn't have all of the ingredients on hand. I substituted with items that I had in the pantry, and came up with this soup.

Provided by NELady

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 Cup, 11 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large tomatoes, diced
1 (16 ounce) jar medium hot salsa (Pace Picante, recommended)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can fat free chicken broth
3 cups water
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed
1 1/2-2 lbs chicken breasts, cooked, cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • In a 6-quart saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients (tomatoes, salsa, chicken broth, water, green onions).
  • Over high heat, bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Blend soup (I use a small hand immersion blender - this step is optional, but how I prepared the soup).
  • Add barley, chicken breast and black beans. Simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until barley is tender.
  • Serve Immediately. Can season with salt & pepper, or top or with sour cream or cheddar cheese.

TOMATO BARLEY SOUP



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I LOVE soup! This is one of my favorites. It has lots of vegetables and is full of flavor. I usually throw in some chopped cabbage. To make this a vegetarian recipe, use vegetable broth for the chicken broth.

Provided by Nancy Olsen

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped onions
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 ½ cups water
2 tomatoes, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
1 (10.75 ounce) can chicken broth
¼ cup uncooked barley
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the onions, celery, carrots, garlic and oil and saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are almost tender.
  • Then add the water, fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, chicken broth, barley and ground black pepper.
  • Stir thoroughly and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 35 to 40 minutes, or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 455.5 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

EASY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SOUP



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A great tasting soup I threw together when I was doing Phase 1 on the South Beach® diet. Very filling and satisfying, and even better the next day!

Provided by VickiS

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

32 ounces chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
2 (6 ounce) cans chunk white chicken, drained
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Stir chicken broth, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, petite diced tomatoes, chicken, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large pot; bring to a simmer and cook until hot and flavors combine, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 955.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your soup. Look for ripe tomatoes, juicy chicken, and flavorful barley.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings: The recipe is a starting point, so feel free to add more or less of any seasoning to suit your taste.
  • Let the soup simmer for a while: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular choices include shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.
  • Make a big batch of soup and freeze it for later: This is a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand when you're short on time.

Conclusion:

Southwestern chicken barley tomato soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold day. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it with shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro, this soup is sure to be a hit.

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