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Chicken Posole Recipe

A hearty and traditional Mexican soup made with hominy, chicken, and a flavorful broth.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 1 can Hominy drained and rinsed
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 1 Lime cut into wedges

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  2. 2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. 3. Add the chicken thighs, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
  4. 4. Remove the chicken thighs, shred them with two forks, and return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  5. 5. Add the hominy and simmer for another 15 minutes.
  6. 6. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg

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