CURRIED BARLEY CHICKEN

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The sweet taste of orange marmalade tops off this nicely seasoned chicken and barley dish.-National Barley Foods Council, Mary Sullivan, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium tart apple, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons curry powder
2-1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup medium pearl barley
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
3 tablespoons orange marmalade

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute the onion, peppers and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Stir in apple and curry; cook 1-2 minutes. Add broth and barley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Transfer to a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Arrange chicken on barley mixture; sprinkle with garlic salt. Cover and bake at 375° for 45 minutes. Uncover; brush with the marmalade. Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 13g protein.