Best 5 Chicken And Hominy Soup Recipes

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Chicken and hominy soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This classic soup is made with chicken, hominy, vegetables, and spices. The chicken provides protein and flavor, while the hominy adds a chewy texture and a slightly sweet flavor. The vegetables add nutrition and flavor, and the spices give the soup a warm and inviting aroma. Chicken and hominy soup is a relatively easy dish to make, and it can be tailored to your own tastes.

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SPICY CHICKEN AND HOMINY SOUP



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This slow-cooked soup is also called "posole," a traditional good luck New Year's meal in my native New Mexico. Everyone makes it differently-my soup answers the age-old chili question, "Red or green?" by using both!-Janet Christine McDaniel, Arlington, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, divided
1 can (15 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil. With a slotted spoon, transfer chicken to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender; add to chicken., Place chipotle peppers and 1/4 cup broth in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended. Add to chicken mixture. Stir in the hominy, chilies, seasonings and remaining broth. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 1558mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

CHICKEN AND HOMINY SOUP



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Categories     Blender     Food Processor     Chicken     Onion     Pepper     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Winter     Healthy     Cilantro     Hominy/Cornmeal/Masa     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 bunches green onions, sliced
4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
10 cups low-salt chicken broth
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can petite tomatoes in juice
1 purchased roast chicken, meat shredded, skin and bones discarded
4 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
3 (15-ounce) cans golden or white hominy in juice
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Add green onions, cumin, and paprika; sauté 5 minutes. Add broth, tomatoes with juice, chicken, and hot pepper sauce. Puree hominy with juice in processor or blender. Mix into soup; bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Ladle soup into bowls.

SPICY CHICKEN AND HOMINY MEXICAN SOUP



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Colorful, warm and spicy, this soup is destined to get your taste buds going. A wonderful comfort dish for any chilly day. Garnish with sour cream.

Provided by HG Little Chef

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small onion, chopped
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, seeded and diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 (32 ounce) can enchilada sauce
2 (16 ounce) cans hominy
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken, onion, chipotle peppers, garlic, and garlic salt; cook and stir until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Stir enchilada sauce, hominy, tomatoes, black beans, and water into the pot. Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil. Cover and simmer until flavors combine, about 40 minutes. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Fat 36.4 g, Fiber 17.9 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 16.5 g, Sodium 1308.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

SPICY CHICKEN AND HOMINY (CHICKPEA) SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken

Yield 4-5 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 T Olive Oil
I Onion chopped
2 stalks Celery chopped
1 clove Garlic chopped
1/4 t salt
5 Cups Chicken Broth
3 Cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken
1 15 oz can hominy rinsed (we used garbanzo beans as hominy wasn't available
1 T Chipotles in adobo chopped
For toppings:
Fresh Salsa
Chopped Avocado
Tortilla Chips

Steps:

  • Cook the onions, celery, garlic and salt in the oil until soft, 4-6 minutes Add broth, chicken, hominy (chickpeas), and chipotles, simmer 5 or more minutes. Serve with toppings and tortillas Notes: We used garbanzo beans because we couldn't find hominy. It took most of a rotisserie chicken bought at Zabars. There was a thigh and two legs and two wings left over.

CHICKEN AND HOMINY SOUP WITH CILANTRO AND LIME



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This is a really good soup. Serve it with some fresh baked cornbread.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tbsp canola oil
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
48 oz low-sodium chicken broth
29 oz can hominy, undrained
4 cooked skinless chicken thighs, chopped
14 or 15 oz can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
14 oz water (measured from canned tomatoes)
6 green onions, sliced
1 large jalapeno, chopped
1 large lime, juiced
1 dash(es) hot sauce, or to taste
1 tsp black pepper or cayenne pepper
1 c chopped fresh cilantro
tortilla chips, roughly crushed (for serving)
sour cream (for serving)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; stir cumin and paprika into hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. To the seasoned oil, add broth, hominy, chicken, diced tomatoes and juice, water, green onions, chopped jalapeno, lime juice, hot sauce and pepper; bring to a boil.
  • 2. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes.
  • 3. Garnish each serving with chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream, and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. There are many flavor variations you can create with chicken and hominy soup.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chicken and hominy soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables, and it is also a very affordable meal. With its combination of protein, vegetables, and grains, chicken and hominy soup is a complete and satisfying meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken and hominy soup a try. You won't be disappointed.

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