Crock Pot French Ish Chicken Barley
Cozy up with a bowl of Crock Pot French-ish Chicken Barley, a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal perfect for busy days. This slow-cooked dish combines tender, golden-seared chicken thighs with nutty pearl barley and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and garlic. Infused with dry white wine, fragrant thyme, and a rich chicken broth, the flavors develop beautifully over six hours of low heat, creating a satisfying and comforting meal. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe is as elegant as it is easy, making it a perfect addition to your crock pot repertoire. Whether you're looking for a wholesome dinner option or a crowd-pleasing dish, this French-inspired barley stew is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium Carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 pieces Celery stalks, sliced
- 0.75 cup Pearl barley
- 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Lightly season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and aromatic.
Step 4
Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Step 5
In the crock pot, combine the pearl barley, sautéed vegetable mixture, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
Step 6
Nestle the seared chicken thighs on top of the barley mixture in the crock pot.
Step 7
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is tender and the barley is fully cooked.
Step 8
Before serving, remove the bay leaf and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1950.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1767.0 |
| Total Fat 62.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 500mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3156.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 150.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.1g | |
| Protein 130.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 28IU | 0% |
| Calcium 225.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2218.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories