Quick Chicken Pozole Recipe

Name: Quick Chicken Pozole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon chile powder; 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper; 1 large white onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 2 ribs celery, diced; 1 chipotle in adobo, chipotles finely chopped and two tablespoons of the adobo sauce reserved; 32 ounces can hominy (I used blanco/white, drained and rinsed); 8 cups chicken stock; 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies (I used Hatch brand); A selection of shredded cabbage, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, sour cream, avocado, corn chips, jalapenos, diced onion, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chile powder
1 teaspoon each salt and pepper
1 large white onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 ribs celery, diced
1 chipotle in adobo, chipotles finely chopped and two tablespoons of the adobo sauce reserved
32 ounces can hominy (I used blanco/white, drained and rinsed)
8 cups chicken stock
1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies (I used Hatch brand)
A selection of shredded cabbage, cilantro, cotija cheese, lime juice, sour cream, avocado, corn chips, jalapenos, diced onion, for serving (optional)

1
Heat the oil over medium-high heat in large pot. Season the chicken with the cumin, chile powder, and salt and pepper. Brown each side of seasoned chicken (about 4 to 5 minutes per side), then remove chicken and set aside on a plate. Don't clean the pan just yet.
2
Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to pan, and saute 10 minutes, until softened.
3
Add the chipotle and adobo sauce, hominy, chicken stock, and tomatoes and chilies, and bring to a boil. Shred the reserved chicken, and add it back into the pot. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes.
4
Serve with an assortment of toppings. We used shredded cabbage, cilantro, cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime. You can use sour cream, avocado, corn chips, jalapenos, onion, or anything you like, really. Make it yours!

1326

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

206

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chile powder, and more.

Yes, Quick Chicken Pozole falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Chicken Pozole

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