Instant Pot Chicken and Barley

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

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 40 mins

Total Time: 1 hr

Servings: 8

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

Steps

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.