Chicken Pozole with Hominy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-23 · Updated 2026-03-23

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A traditional Mexican soup with tender chicken, hominy, and a smoky chipotle broth. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe (vegetarian-friendly), ready in about 70 minutes, pairs chicken legs, hominy, chipotle peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 60 min Serves 6 Mexican cuisine 300 cal/serving

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Ingredients

600g chicken legs
2 cups hominy
2 chipotle peppers
1/2 cup cilantro
1 avocado

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 600g chicken legs and 2 chipotle peppers (pitted and roughly chopped) in a large pot, add 4 cups water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, skimming any foam that rises to the surface, until the chicken is tender and the skin is golden brown. Tip: Use a lid to retain moisture and prevent the chicken from drying out.
Step 2: Add 2 cups hominy to the pot, stir in 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste), and 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste), and continue simmering for 15 minutes, until the hominy is heated through and the flavors have melded. Tip: Avoid overcooking the hominy to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Step 3: Just before serving, top each serving with slices of 1 avocado (cut into 1/4-inch thick rounds), chopped 1/2 cup cilantro (finely diced), and a squeeze of lime juice, ensuring the avocado is added last to maintain its freshness. Tip: For a creamier texture, mash the avocado slightly before adding it to the bowl.