Delicious Chicken Barley Chili

Warm up your taste buds with this hearty and wholesome Delicious Chicken Barley Chili, the perfect comfort food for chilly days. Packed with protein-rich chicken, fiber-filled barley, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and onions, this recipe is both nutritious and satisfying. A robust blend of spices, including chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, infuses every spoonful with smoky, bold flavors. Quick-cooking barley makes it weeknight-friendly, while kidney and black beans add extra heartiness. Top it off with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of sour cream for a customizable finish. This easy-to-make, one-pot chili is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast, diced
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup quick-cooking barley
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese, for garnish (optional)
• 0.5 cup sour cream, for garnish (optional)
• 4 wedges lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and carrots. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the cooked chicken to the pot, then add the canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and barley. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Add the kidney beans and black beans. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes until the barley is tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Serve hot with optional garnishes such as chopped fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3763.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3223.7

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 525.0mg	0%
Sodium 7409.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 352.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 96.1g	0%
Total Sugars 45.2g
Protein 243.3g	0%

Vitamin D 54.1IU	0%
Calcium 1266.0mg	0%
Iron 38.2mg	0%
Potassium 7580.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.8%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 43.9%