Chicken & Barley Soup

Okay, so it's been quite cold here. I guess since it's not even mid-January I shouldn't be surprised. Nonetheless, soup is always a good option on a cold winter day.

1 tsp olive oil

1 cup diced onion 

1 cup diced celery 

2 cups diced carrot

1 clove garlic 

1 large chicken breast, chopped into bite sized pieced

1/2 tsp oregano 

1/2 cup barley, rinsed

2 cups chicken broth

4 cups water

1/2 tsp black pepper

In a large stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion, celery and carrots until onions are soft. About 10 minutes. 

Add garlic and chicken and cook until chicken is no longer pink inside. 

Add oregano, barely, stock and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for an hour. 

Season with black pepper and serve. 

* from http://www.heartandstroke.com/