Delicious and comforting Chicken Posole Verde Soup

This Chicken Posole Verde Soup is a delicious and comforting Mexican-inspired dish. Made with tender chicken, hominy, and a flavorful green chili broth, it's the perfect meal to warm you up on a chilly day. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your taste. Serve it with your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, and lime for a truly satisfying meal. Ready in just 40 minutes, this Chicken Posole Verde Soup is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (15 ounces) white hominy, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Optional toppings: sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Stir in the drained hominy, diced green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and top with sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
7. Enjoy!

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