Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of Chicken Pozole Verde, a comforting Mexican soup that combines tender chicken, fresh tomatillos, and hearty hominy in a deliciously green broth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings. With its tantalizing aroma and rich taste, each spoonful brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 6 fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 can (15 oz) hominy, drained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings: radishes, avocado, tortilla strips
Instructions
- Rinse tomatillos under water; chop onion and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken thighs; cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in tomatillos, garlic, green chiles (if using), and cilantro; cook for about 7 minutes until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and add drained hominy; bring to a boil then lower heat to simmer for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Season with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Shred chicken in the pot before serving hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg