Green Chicken Pozole Soup Recipe | Pozole Verde de Pollo

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Quinoa is a healthier grain alternative, while canned corn can be a budget-friendly substitute.

tomatillos

🥗Healthier: green tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned green salsa

Green tomatoes can mimic the tartness of tomatillos, while canned green salsa is a convenient option.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: poblano peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Poblano peppers provide a milder heat, and bell peppers are a cost-effective substitute.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor, while green onions can add a mild onion taste.

Boil chicken in a large pot of water until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken, let cool, and shred into bite-sized pieces.

In the same pot, add hominy and simmer for 10 minutes.

Blend tomatillos, jalapeños, onion, garlic, cumin, and oregano until smooth.

Pour the blended mixture into the pot with hominy and stir to combine.

Add shredded chicken back into the pot and simmer for another 15 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges, cilantro, avocado, radishes, and cabbage.

Cooking Techniques

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