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Pazole Verde

Anahi
This comforting Mexican stew features tender shredded chicken, hearty hominy, and a vibrant green salsa made from roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, and fresh cilantro. It's rich, flavorful, and perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Top it with your favorite garnishes like lime, radish, and shredded cabbage for the perfect bowl!
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 8 small chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 25 oz cans hominy drained and rinsed
  • 6 tomatillos husked and rinsed
  • 3 poblano peppers seeds and stems removed
  • 1 jalapeno seeds removed (leave for extra heat)
  • ½ white onion chopped
  • 7 cups water
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • handful fresh cilantro for the salsa verde
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon avocado oil for searing the chicken

Optional Garnishes

  • fresh cilantro
  • lime wedges
  • sliced radishes
  • shredded cabbage

Instructions
 

  • Sear the chicken Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Work in batches if needed. Remove and set aside.
  • Simmer the chicken Add 7 cups of water, chicken bouillon, oregano, and (optionally) 2 bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 30–40 minutes until chicken is tender. Skim off any foam as needed
  • Roast the vegetables While the chicken cooks, roast the tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño, and onion in a dry skillet or on a griddle over medium heat. Turn occasionally until blistered and charred (about 10 minutes).
  • Make the salsa verde Transfer roasted vegetables to a blender. Add garlic cloves and a handful of cilantro. Blend until smooth. Add salt to taste.
  • Shred the chicken Once cooked, remove chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Shred into bite-sized pieces, discarding bones.
  • Combine everything Stir the salsa verde into the broth. Add shredded chicken and drained hominy. Simmer for 10–15 minutes to meld flavors.
  • Adjust and serve Taste and season with salt, pepper, or extra jalapeño if desired. Serve hot, topped with your favorite garnishes.
  • Pro Tip: For deeper flavor, make the pozole a day ahead—the broth tastes even better after resting overnight!
Keyword Pozole, Pozole Verde