CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP WITH SWEET POTATO

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I got this recipe from my mother; it's a hearty soup, perfect for a crisp fall day. The sweet potato and barley combine for a unique chicken soup that is always a crowd-pleaser! (Also a great way to use chicken leftovers.)

Provided by Sharon Stoudt

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 Spanish onion, diced
½ cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ quarts chicken stock
3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
3 cups sliced carrots
2 parsnips, diced
1 ¼ cups barley
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
½ cup chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic in hot oil until onion is slightly tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir chicken stock, chicken, carrots, parsnips, and barley into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until barley is slightly tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir sweet potatoes into soup and simmer until sweet potatoes and barley are tender, about 30 minutes; season with dill, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 529.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

Ndiaye Ndiogou
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying. I would definitely recommend it.


Din Muhammad
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This soup is amazing! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Eaj Estiak Ahmed
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This soup is delicious and healthy. The barley adds a nice chewy texture and the sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Shinwari Adil
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the rich, flavorful broth and the tender chicken and vegetables. It's definitely a keeper!


Kamohelo Nugget
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I'm not a big fan of barley soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweet potatoes and chicken add so much flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jamshaid Saab
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This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying. I would definitely recommend it.


Jude Mattocks
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Arsalan Ghumman
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This soup is amazing! The broth is so rich and flavorful, and the chicken and vegetables are cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


jannar Mim
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and comforting. I especially love the addition of sweet potatoes. They add a nice touch of sweetness and creaminess.


Brandon Brown
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This soup is delicious and healthy. The barley adds a nice chewy texture and the sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Aleksandra Michalska
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very affordable meal to make. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a simple and delicious soup recipe.


Stacy Jonson
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This soup is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Hayley Hargreaves
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I'm not usually a fan of barley soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The sweet potatoes and chicken add so much flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Masud Masud
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This soup was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the rich, flavorful broth and the tender chicken and vegetables. It's definitely a keeper!


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This soup is amazing! I love the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken is tender and juicy, the barley is chewy, and the sweet potatoes add a touch of sweetness. The soup is also very filling and satisfying.