Instant Pot Chicken and Farro Soup

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This chicken and farro Instant Pot soup is a great meal and made with just a few pantry staples. The farro will retain some bite when cooked.

Submitted by Bren
Updated on February 25, 2024
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil

  • 2 cups sliced carrots (3/4-inch pieces)

  • 1 cup sliced celery with leaves

  • 1 medium leek, halved lengthwise and sliced

  • 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 teaspoon ground thyme

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 cup farro, rinsed

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, trimmed

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot), add oil, and select the Sauté function. Add carrots, celery, and leek; cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables start to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until just fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Stir in thyme, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper. Pour broth into the pot, then stir in farro. Push chicken breasts down into the liquid. Close and lock the lid.

  2. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  3. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions for 10 minutes. Release the remaining pressure carefully using the quick-release method, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

  4. Transfer chicken to a clean work surface and roughly chop; return to the pot and stir. Season to taste with salt.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

279 Calories
8g Fat
32g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 279
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g 10%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 46mg 15%
Sodium 614mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 23g 46%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 60mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 562mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.