Description
This Green Chile Chicken Pozole is a comforting and vibrant stew combining tender chicken thighs, smoky roasted green chiles, hearty hominy, and a rich, flavorful broth. Perfectly balanced with spices, fresh lime juice, and customizable toppings, it delivers a wholesome and satisfying meal ideal for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 (15 oz) cans hominy, drained and rinsed
- 4–6 roasted green chiles, peeled and chopped (fresh or canned)
Liquids and Aromatics
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Juice of 1 lime (freshly squeezed)
- 1–2 tablespoons cooking oil (for browning chicken and sautéing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Roast the green chiles under the broiler or stovetop until skin is blistered and blackened, then peel and chop finely. Dice the onion and mince the garlic so they are ready to add to the pot.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the chicken thighs on both sides until golden to lock in flavor. Remove chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 3–4 minutes until translucent and fragrant, creating a flavorful base for the stew.
- Combine Ingredients: Add chopped roasted green chiles, drained hominy, browned chicken thighs, chicken broth, ground cumin, and oregano to the pot. Stir everything together well.
- Simmer Until Tender: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook gently for 30–45 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and chicken to cook through fully.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken thighs from the pot. Using two forks, shred the meat finely, then return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
- Final Seasoning: Add freshly squeezed lime juice and season the pozole with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well before serving.
Notes
- Roast chiles to intensify smoky flavor and soften texture.
- Bone-in chicken thighs can be used for richer broth; remove bones before shredding if preferred.
- Simmer gently to keep chicken moist and develop broth depth.
- Adjust spice level gradually by selecting milder or hotter chiles and adding jalapeños or red pepper flakes.
- Fresh lime juice is essential to brighten and balance the dish’s richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup & Stew
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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