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Chicken Pozole Verde

A traditional Mexican green pozole made with tender chicken, hominy, and a vibrant tomatillo-based broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 cups shredded chicken cooked
  • 1 can hominy drained
  • 6 tomatillos husked
  • 2 green chilies
  • 0.5 onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 0.5 cup cilantro
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Boil tomatillos and chilies until soft.
  2. Blend with onion, garlic, cilantro, and broth.
  3. Cook sauce in oil for a few minutes.
  4. Add broth, chicken, and hominy.
  5. Simmer and season to taste.

Notes

Top with fresh garnishes for best flavor.