Chicken Barley Stew

INGREDIENTS

4 tsp

Olive Oil, Divided

1 lb

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast, Cut Into ¾-inch Pieces

1 tsp

Salt, Divided

1 tsp

Ground Pepper, Divided

Yellow Onion, Chopped

Medium Carrots, Cut Into ½-circles

stalk Celery, Cut Into ½-inch Dice

3 cloves

Garlic, Minced

1 tsp

Dried Thyme

1 cup

Pearl Barley

4 cups

Chicken Broth

1 can

Size) Petite Diced Tomatoes

1/4 cup

Minced Flat-leaf Parsley