Ingredients
1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon canola oil, divided2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup medium pearl barley1/4 teaspoon salt1 medium carrot, chopped1 small sweet red pepper, chopped3 green onions, thinly sliced1/4 teaspoon pepper
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, oregano and basil. Pour 2 tablespoons marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in barley and salt. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes or until tender. In a small nonstick skillet, saute carrot and red pepper in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add onions and pepper; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until tender. Stir vegetables and reserved marinade into cooked barley.
Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Serve with barley mixture.
