Creamy Chicken and Barley with Acorn Squash – Marcel’s Culinary Experience

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 8-ounce package sliced mushrooms
• 1 pound skinless, boneless, chicken breast, cut into 1-1/2 inch cubes
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 1-½ cup uncooked quick barley
• 2-1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1-1/2 cups diced acorn squash (prepared from 1 pound fresh*)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper