Chicken Chili With Barley

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This is a good, easy, hearty, and healthy stew. the basic recipe was on the back of a box of barley, but i tweaked it alot to suit my family's taste.

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Steps

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In dutch oven , combine first 8 ingredients , bring to a boil.

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Then reduce heat , cover , and simmer 45 minutes , stirring occasionally.

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Add beans and chicken , bring to a boil over high heat again , then reduce heat and simmer , covered , another 15 minutes.

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If chili becomes too thick as it stands , add more chicken broth or water until chili reaches the desired consistency.

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Top with grated cheese or sour cream if desired.

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Ingredients

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tomatoes, ro-tel diced tomatoes with peppers, fat free chicken broth, barley, chili powder, cumin, garlic cloves, onion, great northern beans, cooked chicken breasts