method
1. Heat a large flameproof casserole dish and spray with low fat cooking spray.
2. Add the chicken and stir fry for 2 - 3 minutes until it is sealed on all sides.
3. Add the onion, carrots, potatoes and celery to the pan and cook for 7 minutes.
4. Stir in the mustard, cooking apple, pearl barley, cider and stock.
5. Season to taste, add the thyme and bring to the boil.
6. Reduce the heat, and cover Simmer for 1 hour stirring occasionally, until the pearl barley is tender and the apple has cooked to a pulp, thickening the sauce.
serving amount
serves 4
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