Description
Pozole Verde is a vibrant Mexican soup that harmonizes tender chicken, hominy, and a fresh green sauce made from roasted poblano peppers and cilantro. This dish bursts with flavor, making it a perfect centerpiece for family gatherings or festive occasions. Each spoonful offers a delightful mix of textures and aromas, ensuring your taste buds dance with joy. Whether served on a cozy weeknight or during celebrations, Pozole Verde is a true fiesta in a bowl!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 white onion, diced
- 2 poblano peppers, roasted and diced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups canned corn hominy, rinsed
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing the onion and garlic; roast the poblano peppers until blistered.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onion and garlic for about 2 minutes. Then add chicken breasts and broth; simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, then blend roasted poblano peppers with some broth until smooth.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot along with hominy and blended sauce; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg