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Chicken Pozole Verde

Savor the Comfort of Homemade Chicken Pozole Verde

Chicken Pozole Verde is a traditional Mexican stew that offers warmth and satisfaction with every spoonful, ideal for family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño Pepper diced
  • 1 Poblano Peppers diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 Tomatillos husked and rinsed
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro optional, for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano preferably Mexican
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
  • to taste Salt
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts boneless and skinless
  • 2 cans Hominy drained and rinsed
  • to taste Chicken Bouillon optional
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • as desired Thinly Sliced Radishes
  • as desired Avocado
  • as desired Jalapeños
  • as desired Lime Wedges
  • as desired Fresh Cilantro
  • as desired Shredded Cabbage
  • as desired Tortilla Chips

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 1 diced jalapeño, and 1 diced poblano pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 4 husked tomatillos, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a blender, adding 1 cup of chicken broth and a handful of fresh cilantro. Blend until smooth.
  4. Return the blended mixture to the pot, add the remaining chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground coriander, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add the chicken to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for about 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot with 2 cans of drained hominy. Cook uncovered for another 10 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with chicken bouillon, salt, and black pepper as needed.
  8. Ladle the Chicken Pozole Verde into bowls and serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Rinse tomatillos thoroughly before use. Adjust spice levels to preference. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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