Crock Pot Chicken Barley Soup

A bowl of chicken barley soup garnished with a dollop of cream, surrounded by autumn leaves.

Crock Pot Chicken Barley Soup is a healthy, hearty and delicious meal that is perfect for cold days. This easy-to-make recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients that will fill you up and keep you satisfied. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.

Crock Pot Chicken Barley Soup

Ingredients

2 pieces of chicken

1 cup barley

1 cup celery

1 cup carrots

1 sweet bell pepper

1/2 onion

1 cup green beans

1 cup diced tomatoes

1 cup frozen corn

6 cups chicken broth

Fresh Rosemary

Fresh Basil

Salt

Pepper

Whole Wheat Tortilla Strips

Sour Cream

Two raw chicken breasts soaking in liquid inside a bowl.

Add TWO pieces of Frozen Chicken to the Bottom of your Crock Pot

Raw chicken breasts covered in barley in a white bowl.

Add 1 Cup Barley on top of your chicken.

Next add your cut up celery and carrots.

Chopped onions, carrots, and celery in a bowl, ingredients commonly used for mirepoix.

Now add your onions and sweet peppers.

Chopped onions, carrots, and corn in a white bowl.

Add 1 cup frozen corn

Chopped vegetables including green beans, carrots, and onions in a white bowl.

Add 1 cup green beans. I prefer canned French Style Green Beans.

A bowl of green bean pasta topped with tomato sauce and diced vegetables.

Add 1 cup diced tomatoes.

A bowl of vegetable soup with green beans, tomatoes, and diced potatoes.

Add 6 cups Chicken Broth. If you have a bigger crock pot. I recommend adding 1 or 2 more.

A bowl of vegetable soup garnished with fresh basil and rosemary.

Add 2 sprigs Rosemary and 2 Fresh Basil Leaves

A crockpot containing a vegetable stew with green beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and other ingredients.

Cook on Low for 6 hours. It will look like this when it is finished.

Bowl of hearty vegetable soup seasoned with black pepper.

Add Salt and Pepper to taste. We added about 1 teaspoon of each.

At this point, you need to remove the chicken, shred it to desired size and return to your crock pot. Mix all ingredients together, enjoy the delicious smell of your homemade soup, and set your table to eat!

Top your Soup with Whole Wheat Tortilla Strips, 1 T sour cream and a rosemary sprig.

Crock Pot Chicken Barley Soup is an easy and healthy meal that is perfect for a cozy night in. It's packed with vegetables, protein, and whole grains, making it a well-balanced meal that will keep you full and satisfied. Try this recipe out and enjoy a comforting bowl of soup.

A bowl of chicken and vegetable soup garnished with herbs and a dollop of cream, accompanied by toasted bread slices.

Melissa Au

Hi, my name is Melissa! I live in Spanish Fork, Utah. I'm happily married to Rob, and together we have five wonderful kids. Our family loves to embark on adventures, often in our RV, exploring the great outdoors. I'm an avid reader and a big fan of Hallmark movies – they always have a way of lifting my spirits. Hiking is another passion of mine; there's nothing like the tranquility of nature. I have a sweet tooth for chocolate and a love for Mexican food, both of which make life a little more delicious. In my downtime, I enjoy playing games with my family, creating memories and sharing laughter. Life is an adventure, and I'm here to enjoy every moment of it! I'm the blogger and creative mind behind the blog A Sparkle of Genius! Check out our posts on recipes, crafts, kid stuff, printables, travel and more!