Chicken Pasole Soup

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 3
Savory Chicken Pasole Soup for a Comforting Meal
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large chicken breasts
2 large onions
8 large garlic cloves
2 cans yellow hominy
1 can white hominy
9 large dried red chile pods ( mild )
1 large lemon , juice of
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt
black pepper
1 small head iceberg lettuce
1 bag tortilla chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
312
Sugar
4g
Fat
5g
Chicken Pasole Soup is a traditional Mexican soup that is often enjoyed during the holiday season. The soup is usually made with pork, but this version uses chicken breasts as a leaner option. The hominy provides a unique texture to the soup that sets it apart from other chicken soups. The dish is often served with crispy tortilla chips and a squeeze of lemon juice for a burst of fresh flavor. This soup is perfect for large groups, or it can easily be stored in the freezer for later meals.

Instructions

1.Rinse the dried red chile pods and remove the stems and seeds. Boil them in a large pot of water until they are tender.
2.In a blender, puree the onions, garlic cloves, and boiled red chile pods until smooth.
3.In a large pot, cook the chicken breasts until they are browned. Pour in the pureed chile mixture and add the hominy, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
4.Add hot water if needed to cover the chicken. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat, simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
5.Once the chicken has cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it. Put it back in the pot and cook for another 15 minutes.
6.Top with shredded lettuce, tortilla chips, and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

PROS

This soup is perfect for cold days and is a comforting and filling meal.

The protein from the chicken and the fiber from the hominy make it a nutritious option.

It’s a great dish to serve for a large group.

CONS

The recipe calls for 9 large dried red chile pods, which may be difficult to find in some areas.

The soup takes a bit of time to cook and requires some effort to prepare the chile puree.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The combination of chicken and hominy makes this soup high in protein and fiber, which can help keep you full and satisfied for longer periods of time.
The garlic and onion in the soup also provide antiviral and antibacterial properties to help boost the immune system.
The chile peppers have capsaicin, a compound that has been shown to help reduce inflammation and pain.

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