Warm up with this hearty Lu's Chicken Barley Soup recipe. Made with olive oil, onion, stalks celery and carrots. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Lu's Chicken Barley Soup relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as olive oil, large onion, chopped, stalks celery, chopped and carrots, peeled and chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 291 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026