Soupe Jo (Persian Chicken and Barley Soup)

Name: Soupe Jo (Persian Chicken and Barley Soup)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 1 cup pearled barley, (rinsed); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, (plus more for serving); 1 white or yellow onion or medium leek, (finely diced); 3 garlic cloves, (crushed or minced); 2 celery stalks, (finely diced); 1 large carrot, (grated); 2 bay leaves; 2 quarts (8 cups) chicken stock; 2 boneless (skinless chicken breasts); Juice of 1 lemon, (plus more to taste); 3 tablespoons half and half, (Greek yogurt, or whole milk); Small bunch of fresh cilantro or parsley, (leaves and tender stems finely chopped); Salt; Black pepper

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:45min

A traditional Persian chicken soup made with pearl barley, root vegetables and flavored with earthy, peppery and citrusy notes. Nourishing and creamy, this soup is perfect any time you need a little extra comfort.

Updated at: Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:15:21 GMT