Ingredients
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
6 cups chicken broth
1 (25 oz) can white hominy, drained and rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups tomatillos, husked and chopped
2 poblano peppers, chopped
1 jalapeño, deseeded and chopped (optional for spice)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
For Garnish (optional):
Shredded cabbage
Sliced radishes
Diced avocado
Fresh cilantro
Lime wedges
Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Add chicken, broth, hominy, onion, garlic, tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to a slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice. Let it cook for an additional 10-15 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve hot with desired garnishes like cabbage, radishes, avocado, lime wedges, and tortilla chips.
Notes
For a thicker broth: Blend a portion of the broth and vegetables before adding it back.
For a smokier flavor: Roast the tomatillos, poblano peppers, and jalapeño before adding them to the slow cooker.
Spice level adjustment: Add an extra jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce for more heat.
Vegetarian option: Swap chicken for extra hominy, black beans, or jackfruit.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Soup/Stew
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320 kcal