Speedy Chicken Posole With Avocado and Lime

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 0
Speedy Chicken Posole With Avocado and Lime: A Quick and Tasty Mexican Dish
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 large poblano chiles
6 garlic cloves
1 large onion
2 cans white hominy
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano , divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 tablespoons new mexico chile powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
340
Sugar
7g
Fat
15g
Chicken Posole is a traditional Mexican soup that is made with tender, juicy chicken, hominy, and spices. The dish has been popular in different regions of Mexico for generations, and its popularity has spread across the globe. Chicken Posole is a perfect meal for any time of the day and can be cooked quickly, making it a go-to dish for busy families. With the addition of avocado and lime, Speedy Chicken Posole has a mix of flavors that balances out the richness of the dish, making it a flavorful and comforting meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat your broiler and place the poblanos on a baking sheet. Broil until the skin is charred and blistered, turning occasionally. Transfer to a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let them steam for 10 minutes. Once cooled, remove and discard the stems, seeds, and peel. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
2.Using the flat side of your knife, smash the garlic cloves and season the chicken thighs with salt and 1 teaspoon oregano. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 8 minutes until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3.Add the onion to the same pot and cook until translucent. Add chile powder and remaining oregano, cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer. Add hominy, chicken, poblanos, and garlic cloves. Cover and let simmer for 10 minutes.
4.Divide into bowls and top off with lime wedges and avocado slices.

PROS

Chicken Posole is a great comfort food that is easy to make with few ingredients.
It is rich in protein, low-fat, and gluten-free.
With lime and avocado, it has an extra savory and tangy flavor that adds to its appeal.

CONS

While it is a generally healthy dish, it can be high in sodium due to the chicken broth.
If watching your sodium intake, make sure to use reduced-sodium broth or can your own broth without salt.
Poblano chiles can be moderately spicy, so you might want to adjust the amount according to your preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in protein, which is essential for the regeneration and growth of tissues. Chicken is also high in niacin, Vitamin B6, and selenium that support a healthy immune system. Garlic has antimicrobial properties and can help to lower high blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Hominy is made from dried maize kernels and is rich in fiber which regulates digestion and blood sugar.

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