GREEK CHICKEN AND BARLEY SALAD

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Posting for ZWT#6. From CookingLight contributor Suzanne Rumsey of Fort Wayne, Indiana who won $5000 for this recipe! What would YOU do if you won that money? :) A make ahead and time does not include chilling time. It says 8 servings but think they might be pretty small portions.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 (6 ounce) skinless chicken breasts, boneless
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 cups chicken broth, DIVIDED
1 cup pearl barley, uncooked
2 cups cucumbers, seeded cubed
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, cubed
1/3 cup reduced-fat feta cheese
1/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted chopped
3 tablespoons light extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh basil, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • To prepare salad, sprinkle chicken with 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
  • Add 1 cup broth; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until done.
  • Cool; shred chicken.
  • Discard broth.
  • Bring 3 cups broth to a boil in a large saucepan; add barley.
  • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff with a fork.
  • Cool.
  • Combine chicken, barley, cucumber, and next 4 ingredients (through olives) in a large bowl.
  • To prepare dressing, combine 3 tablespoons oil, rind, and remaining ingredients; stir well.
  • Add to barley mixture; toss well.
  • Cover and chill.

Asikul Islam
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This salad is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Sheeraz Mashori
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Ricardo Coronado
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I love that I can customize it to my own taste by adding different vegetables or toppings.


Anathi Kenene
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of chicken, barley, and vegetables is unique and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Elijah Sheppard
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Korea Time
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and how refreshing it was. I will definitely be making this again.


Samantha Cook
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This salad is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Mariam Hares
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Shehan Anujaya
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I love that I can customize it to my own taste by adding different vegetables or toppings.


Young Dollar
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of chicken, barley, and vegetables is unique and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


vedat evans
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Muhammad khan Bhatti
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and how refreshing it was. I will definitely be making this again.


Manoj Xettri
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This salad is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Mustaqeem Abdulrashid
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the chicken, barley, and vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to the salad.


Afifa Abid
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying. I love that I can customize it to my own taste by adding different vegetables or toppings.


Surya Gurung
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill! The combination of chicken, barley, and vegetables is unique and flavorful, and the dressing is the perfect finishing touch.


Beauty Bells3207
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it's a healthy and satisfying meal.


Amy Layher
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and how refreshing it was. I will definitely be making this again.


George Weiss
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This Greek chicken and barley salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. I love the combination of the tender chicken, chewy barley, and fresh vegetables. The dressing is also very flavorful and adds a nice tang to th


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