Ingredients

2 Tbs olive oil

1 large roasted chicken (shredded)

salt & pepper to taste

3 tsp Herbs de Provence

2 tsp thyme

1 tsp oregano

garlic- 4 cloves

1 1/2 cup sliced carrots

1/2 bag spinach

1 pkg sliced mushrooms

1/2 onion- diced

1 cup barley- rinsed

1 can blackeyed peas-drained- 16 oz.

64 oz chicken broth

1 pkg frozen creamed spinach-thawed

1 cup frozen corn

6 ribs celery- sliced

Preparation

Chop up all veggies. Heat olive oil in large pan over medium-high heat. Add carrots,celery,onions,mushrooms,garlic, beans, barley and saute till softened-about 5 minutes.Add chicken broth. Add spinach leaves. Add frozen corn.Bring to a boil, reduce heat & simmer for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, shred roasted chicken. Add chicken & thawed spinach, continue to simmer. Season with salt & pepper as needed.