Instant Pot Chicken and Barley

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This is so simple, but my family loves this meal.

Submitted by peloquinswife

Published on December 17, 2019

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

40 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 medium onions, chopped
4 stalks celery, diced
2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
4 (6 ounce) chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
2 cups pearl barley, rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken stock
½ teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add oil, onions, celery, and bell peppers to the pot; saute until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Season chicken breasts with salt and , pepper and add to the pot. Add tomatoes, pearl barley, chicken stock, and thyme. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove chicken onto a cutting board and shred with 2 forks. Return to the pot and stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

322	Calories
4g	Fat
47g	Carbs
24g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 322
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	4%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Cholesterol 49mg	16%
Sodium 665mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 47g	17%
Dietary Fiber 10g	36%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 24g	49%
Vitamin C 48mg	53%
Calcium 76mg	6%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 567mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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