Green Chicken Pozole
A comforting traditional Mexican soup featuring tender chicken, hominy, and vibrant green salsa, perfect for gatherings and customizable to taste.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast Boneless and skinless
- 4 cups chicken broth Low sodium recommended
- 2 cups hominy Canned or frozen
- 1 cup green salsa Try to use a good quality or homemade
- 1 medium onion, chopped Adds flavor to the broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced For added depth of flavor
- 1 tsp cumin Toasting it can enhance the flavor
- Salt to taste Adjust after cooking
- Fresh cilantro for garnish Offers freshness
- Lime wedges for serving Adds brightness to the dish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- In a large pot, combine the chicken, chicken broth, chopped onion, minced garlic, and cumin. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the hominy and green salsa to the simmering broth, stirring gently to mix.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot and let everything simmer together for another 10 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with salt as desired.
Serving
- Ladle the Green Chicken Pozole into serving bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop, adding broth if needed.