chicken barley soup

By dhoffmanlatter

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 8 cups low sodium chicken broth (or homemade)
• 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
• 3 stalks chopped celery , sliced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) low sodium diced tomatoes, lightly drained
• 3/4 cup pearl barley
• 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• FRESH HERBS (OPTIONAL).
• 2-3 tablespoons fresh dill
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onion & garlic and cook until slightly softened. Add remaining ingredients except fresh herbs.
Bring to a boil and let simmer uncovered for 1 hour or until barley is tender.
Discard bay leaves and stir in fresh herbs.