Ingredients

  • 1 14-1/2 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 1 16-oz. jar salsa
  • 1 14-1/2 oz. can chicken broth
  • 1 cup pearled barley, uncooked
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 15-oz. can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-1/4 oz. can corn, drained
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • Optional: shredded Cheddar cheese, sour cream

Method

  • In a stockpot, combine undrained tomatoes, salsa, broth, barley, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add beans, corn and chicken. Increase heat to high; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for another 5 minutes, or until barley is tender. Ladle into bowls.
  • Top with cheese and sour cream, if desired.