Description
Slow Cooker Chicken Posole is a delightful Mexican stew that warms the heart and soul. Tender chicken thighs simmer with hominy and aromatic spices, creating a rich broth that’s perfect for cozy gatherings or weeknight dinners. Topped with fresh cilantro and zesty lime, each bowl offers a burst of flavor that will keep your family coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups canned hominy, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In the slow cooker, place the chicken thighs at the bottom. Add hominy, onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pot; stir well.
- Serve in bowls topped with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg