Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe

Get ready to fall head over heels in love with the vibrant flavors of our Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe! For those who are new to this dish, posole (or pozole) is a traditional soup from Mexico, brimming with chunks of chicken, hominy, and a green chile sauce that’ll make your taste buds dance. This is an excellent treat for cold winter nights, family gatherings or spice up potluck dinners. Green chile gives it that extra kick, making it a perfect cure for the winter blues, while hominy adds a satisfying, soothin’ texture you’ll be craving more of.

Now, what makes our recipe stand out is the fact that it’s cooked in a slow cooker. This not only allows for an incredibly rich flavor to develop, but also makes the dish super manageable -even if you’re not an expert in the kitchen. We’ve seen how much you all love slow cooker recipes and this one is bound to be a new favorite!

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Yield: 8 bowls of Posole

With that said, let’s get ready to rock ‘n roll in the kitchen with this flavor-packed Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe!

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 2 pounds of chicken breasts
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (15.5 oz each) hominy, drained
• 1 lb tomatillos, husked and quartered
• 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
• 2 cans (4.5 oz each) green chiles
• 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

You’re going to need a 6-quart slow cooker, a large skillet, a quality chopping knife, and some measuring spoons.

Sinker-dinker details:

Now, let’s talk about why some ingredients are key here. The hominy is the star of the show, bringing that traditional posole flavor and texture. The tomatillos, green chiles, and cilantro blend together to create a luscious green salsa. And hey, if you’re not into chicken, feel free to sub in some pork or even make it veggie, by using some hearty mushrooms and a veggie broth instead.

How To Make Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe

1. Start off by chopping your onion and garlic, and set them aside. Get your tomatillos quartered and also set aside.
2. In your large skillet, cook the chicken until it’s no longer pink. Once fully cooked, transfer it into your slow cooker.
3. Add all your ingredients into the slow cooker – chicken, hominy, onion, garlic, green chiles, tomatillos, chicken broth, and spices. Stir them up real good and cover with the lid.
4. Cook on High for 5 to 6 hours – until the hominy is tender and flavors well blended.
5. And voil��, your Posole is ready. Ladle it into bowls and serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro if you like.

Tips For The Best Results

• Try using a good quality low-sodium chicken broth for an extra rich flavor.
• Before serving, don���t forget to remove the bone if you used bone-in chicken, as it can be a hazard.

Storage Tips

• You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Or freeze it for long term storage – it’ll keep for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What’s hominy?

A: Hominy is dried corn kernels that have been treated with an alkali, in a process called nixtamalization. This gives them a unique flavor and texture, and makes them perfect for soups and stews!

Q: Can I use canned green chiles?

A: Yes, canned green chiles work perfectly fine for this recipe!

Q: Can I make this vegetarian?

A: Absolutely, switch your meat protein into a plant protein, like hearty mushrooms, and switch your chicken broth for vegetable broth and voila, a vegan Posole!

Nutritional Facts of Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe

This wholesome posole packs 371 calories per serving, with 23 grams of protein, and 33.8 grams of carbohydrates. Its major vitamins include Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

In conclusion, this marvelous Slow Cooker Chicken Posole Verde Recipe is a nutritious, flavor-packed dish that you ought to give a whirl, and I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. Whether you want to spice up the dinner table or serve something extraordinary for a special occasion, this go-to recipe has got you covered. Enjoy folks!