Barley, Chicken and Mushroom Bake

I found this recipe on the bake of a Pam's Barley packet. Sounds interesting and should make an easy winter meal. April 2013: Have made this recipe now and while it is quick and easy, does require the addition of salt and pepper to taste.

• Ready In: 1 hr 14 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4

Ingredients

• 2  cloves, garlic, crushed
• 1  onion, chopped finely
• 500  g chicken pieces, boneless and skinless
• 1  carrot, peeled and grated
• 1  cup mushroom, sliced
• 1  tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
• 3⁄4 cup pearl barley
• 1  teaspoon tarragon, dried
• 1  cup  chicken stock, salt reduced
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Heat oil in a pan, add onion, garlic and chicken pieces, fry for 3 - 4 minutes until onion is clear and chicken is browned.
3. Add carrot, mushrooms, barley, tarragon and stock, stirring to combine.
4. Transfer to a large oven dish, cover and bake for 1 hour until barley is tender.