Best 6 Chicken Chili With Hominy Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our collection of chicken chili recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the traditional to the innovative, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a simple and comforting chili or one bursting with bold flavors, we have the perfect recipe for you.

Embrace the authentic flavors of Mexican cuisine with our traditional chicken chili recipe, featuring tender chicken, a rich tomato-based broth, and a medley of spices. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, our spicy chicken chili recipe delivers a fiery kick with the addition of chili peppers and jalapeños. If you're looking for a healthier option, our low-carb chicken chili recipe swaps out traditional pasta for zucchini noodles, creating a guilt-free and satisfying meal.

For a taste of Tex-Mex, try our chicken chili with hominy recipe, where tender chicken, hominy, and a blend of spices create a hearty and comforting dish. If you prefer a creamy and cheesy variation, our creamy chicken chili recipe incorporates a combination of sour cream, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar cheese, resulting in a velvety and indulgent chili. And for those who love a smoky and savory twist, our smoked chicken chili recipe uses smoked chicken and a smoky paprika spice blend to create a uniquely flavorful chili.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, a list of necessary ingredients, and cooking times to ensure a seamless culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned chili enthusiast or a novice cook, these recipes will guide you in creating a delicious and satisfying chicken chili that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI CHICKEN WITH HOMINY HASH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 1/2 pounds)
1 15-ounce can white hominy, drained, rinsed and patted dry
1/2 medium acorn squash, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 425 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with foil. Mix 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt, the cinnamon and lime zest in a bowl. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken, then transfer to one of the baking sheets; set aside until ready to roast.
  • Toss the hominy, squash, bell pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon each chili powder and cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Spread on the other baking sheet.
  • Transfer the chicken to the upper oven rack and the hominy to the lower rack. Roast, stirring the hominy occasionally, until the hominy is lightly browned and the chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Transfer the hominy to a bowl and add the lime juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, the scallions and cilantro. Season with salt and toss. Serve with the chicken and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 507 calorie, Fat 30 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 115 milligrams, Sodium 572 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 34 grams

WHITE CHILI WITH HOMINY



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To make this chili a day ahead, cool, cover and chill after removing from the heat. The next day, reheat over low heat; add the sour cream, half-and-half and cilantro just before serving. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) white hominy, drained
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink. Add the hominy, beans, broth, chilies and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in the sour cream, half-and-half and 1 tablespoon cilantro. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 1111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

ROTISSERIE CHICKEN CHILI WITH HOMINY AND CHILES



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Spices permeate the entire dish - cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper - and hominy adds an authentic Southwestern accent to this chicken chili. Save a big chunk of time simply by using rotisserie chickens from the supermarket and canned chicken broth as the chili base.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 store-bought roast chickens, meat picked from bones and
2 quarts chicken broth
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup ground cumin
4 teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large onions, cut into medium dice
2 (4 ounce) jars diced mild green chiles
2 (20 ounce) cans hominy, or equal quantity of canned white beans, such as cannellini or great Northern
6 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 cups frozen corn, preferably shoepeg
sour cream
cilantro or scallions
lime wedges
green hot sauce

Steps:

  • Bring skin and bones, chicken broth and 1 quart of water to boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer about 30 minutes. Strain and discard skin and bones.
  • Heat oil over medium-low heat in a soup kettle. Add cumin, oregano and cayenne and cook until spices are fragrant, about 1 minute. Add onion; increase heat to medium; saute until soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in chicken and chiles. Add 4 cups hominy and all but 1 cup of the broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Process remaining 2 cups hominy and 1 cup broth until silky smooth; add to soup. Stir garlic and corn into soup. Simmer for a minute or so longer, then cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with sour cream, cilantro or scallions. Pass separately the lime wedges and green hot pepper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.1 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 98.4 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 962.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

CHILI WITH CHICKEN AND HOMINY



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Hominy beans join great Northern beans in a white chili with chicken recipe that's ready in 15 minutes.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 15-16 ounce can hominy, rinsed and drained
1 15-16 ounce can great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 14 ounce can reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 9 ounce package frozen cooked chicken breast strips
0.25 cup lime juice
2 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
0.5 cup shredded colby and Monterey Jack cheese, Monterey Jack, or cheddar cheese (2 oz.)
White corn tortilla chips
Bottled green salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan cook onion in hot oil over medium heat for 3 minutes. Stir in hominy, beans, chicken broth, frozen chicken, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, and pepper. Cover and bring to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Divide into 4 microwave-safe containers. Cover and chill overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1001 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 14 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g

SLOW-COOKER WHITE CHICKEN CHILI WITH HOMINY



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Chicken and hominy are a tasty change of pace from ground beef and kidney beans in a savory soup-based chili.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 cans (15.8 ounces each) great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15.5 ounces) white hominy, drained
1 envelope (1.25 ounces) Old El Paso™ 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix
1 can (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup
Sour cream, if desired
Chopped green onions, if desired

Steps:

  • Place chicken in 3- to 4-quart slow cooker. Top with remaining ingredients except sour cream and onions.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Before serving, stir gently to break up chicken pieces. Serve topped with sour cream and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 13 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg

CROCK POT WHITE CHICKEN CHILI WITH HOMINY



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Super easy & super delicious. You can spice this up or spice it down. Freezes & warms up very well!

Provided by Aunt Sukki

Categories     Chicken

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 onions
1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans
1 (15 ounce) can navy beans
1 (15 ounce) can hominy (Drained) or 1 (15 ounce) can white corn (Drained)
1 (15 ounce) can corn (Drained)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 (10 ounce) can rotel
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth

Steps:

  • Chop up 1 onion & place on the bottom of a 4 quart slow cooker.
  • Place chicken on top of onions.
  • Top with beans & corn.
  • In a medium bowl combine taco seasoning, rotel, soup & chicken broth. Pour over chicken.
  • Chop up 2nd onion & place on top.
  • Cover & cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Before serving stir gently to break up chicken.
  • OPTIONAL: Top with sour cream, chips, cheese or jalapeno's.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 48.5, Sodium 1252.6, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 12.4, Sugar 5.9, Protein 28

Tips:

  • Soak dried hominy overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help to soften the hominy and reduce the cooking time.
  • If you don't have time to soak the hominy overnight, you can use canned hominy instead. Just be sure to rinse the hominy well before using it.
  • To make the chili ahead of time, cook the chili according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • When you're ready to serve the chili, reheat it over medium heat until it's warmed through. You can also add additional toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped cilantro.
  • Serve the chili with cornbread, tortillas, or rice.

Conclusion:

This chicken chili with hominy is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chili is packed with flavor and the hominy adds a unique texture and flavor. This chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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