Hearty Barley And Chicken Casserole Recipe

Ingredients for Hearty Barley And Chicken Casserole

• Pearl Barley
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• Button Mushroom
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
• Sliced Almonds
• Sour Cream
• Dry White Wine
• Salt & Fresh Ground Pepper

How to Make Hearty Barley And Chicken Casserole

1. Bring 4 cups of chicken broth to a boil in a medium, covered saucepan.
2. Add 1 cup of barley and return to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
4. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
5. Add 1 teaspoon of curry powder, 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms, and 1/2 cup of chopped onion.
6. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
7. Add the mushroom-onion mixture to the cooked barley. Stir in 1 cup of cooked chicken (shredded or diced), 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Spoon the mixture into a greased 2-quart casserole dish.
10. Cover and bake for 45 minutes.
11. Remove the cover and bake for 5 minutes longer, or until golden brown and bubbly.