Barley Bird Chili
Updated: Jan 11
Enjoy the great flavor of chili with a healthier twist that uses up turkey leftovers!
Look beyond the traditional uses for turkey leftovers with GLIM's Barley Bird Chili! This healthier twist is a great way maximize turkey flavors in a healthier chili recipe.

This simple recipe only takes 10 minutes to prep!
Barley Bird Chili
Serves 4-6
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 50 minutes
Total: 1 hour
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Ingredients: · 1 - 14oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
· 1 - 16oz jar salsa
· 14oz fat free chicken broth
· 1 cup barley, medium
· 1 cup water
· 1 Tbsp chili powder or chipotle chili powder
· 1 teaspoon cumin
· 1 - 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
· 1 - 15oz can whole corn kernels, undrained
· 3 cups (1 1/2 lbs) shredded cooked chicken breast or turkey
· Optional toppings: cheese, tortilla chips, and sour cream

Barley bird chili is a one-pot dish!
1) Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 6 quart saucepan.
2) Bring to a boil over high heat.
3) Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4) Add beans, corn, and chicken/turkey; increase heat to high and bring chili back to a boil.
5) Once boiling, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
6) If upon standing the chili becomes too thick, add more chicken broth until desired consistency.
Enjoy!
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