Pozole Verde Recipe | Hearty Chicken Pozole Verde
If you're craving a comforting bowl of traditional Mexican goodness, Chicken Pozole Verde is a must-try!
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 337kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 Pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 29 ounces Hominy
- 2 Poblano Peppers deseeded and chopped
- 2 Jalapeno Peppers deseeded and chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 cup Cilantro
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
For Topping
- 2 cups Cabbage chopped
- 6 Radishes sliced
- 1 Avocado sliced
- 2 Limes sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the Verde Sauce. Roast tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeños, garlic, and onion until charred. Blend with fresh cilantro, cumin, and a splash of chicken broth until smooth.
- Cook the Chicken. In a large pot, boil chicken breasts or thighs in chicken broth until cooked through. About 15 minutes. Remove, shred, and set aside.
- Simmer the Broth. Add the verde sauce to the pot of chicken broth. Stir in hominy and let it simmer for 15 minutes to marry the flavors.
- Combine and Heat Through. Return shredded chicken to the pot. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve with Toppings. Ladle the pozole into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings like shredded cabbage, radishes, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Nutrition
Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g