Best 4 Chicken Posole Using Leftover Chicken Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of chicken posole, a traditional Mexican soup that bursts with authentic Mexican flavors. This hearty and flavorful soup is made with a rich and flavorful broth, tender chicken, and a medley of vegetables. The combination of hominy, a unique type of corn, and tender chicken creates a delightful texture and depth of flavor that is sure to satisfy. This article presents two delectable variations of chicken posole: a classic chicken posole and a slow cooker chicken posole. Both recipes offer a unique twist on this classic dish, using simple and easily accessible ingredients. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey and savor the authentic taste of Mexico with these delectable chicken posole recipes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN POSOLE



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This Mexican-style soup is an entire meal. It will keep in the freezer for up to three months.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
8 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cans (14.5 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 cans (15 ounces each) white hominy, drained
6 3/4 cups shredded cooked chicken or turkey meat (2 pounds)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Assorted garnishes, such as diced avocado, thinly sliced radishes, and crumbled tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until evenly distributed.
  • Add 4 cups water, broth, and hominy. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until fragrant, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until heated through. (When freezing, cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.)
  • To serve, divide among bowls, and garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 g, Fat 7 g, Protein 40 g

CHICKEN POSOLE USING LEFTOVER CHICKEN



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I wouldnt normally put some of the below ingredients in posole such as tomato paste....but when I tasted this it was too delicious to not keep in the dinner rotation.

Provided by cervantesbrandi

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion (chopped)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 (15 ounce) cans white hominy, drained
3 1/4 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped, about 1 pound) or 3 1/4 cups turkey meat (shredded or chopped, about 1 pound)
coarse salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until evenly distributed.
  • Add 2 cups water, broth, and hominy. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until fragrant, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • Cook until heated through. (When freezing, cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.)
  • To serve, divide among bowls, and garnish as desired.
  • Assorted garnishes, such as diced avocado, thinly sliced radishes, and crumbled tortilla chips (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.6, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 922.8, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 9.3, Sugar 8.8, Protein 38.4

EASY CHICKEN POSOLE



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This easy-to-make chicken and hominy soup is one of many great Mexican Christmas traditions, or simply delicious whenever you want to eat something warm and comforting. It's garnished with thinly sliced radishes, shredded lettuce, finely chopped onion, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges, which diners add to the soup as they please.

Provided by Dorothy Denise Garcia

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

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ quarts chicken broth
3 cups water
1 teaspoon crumbled dried oregano
2 teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
3 cups white hominy, rinsed and drained
10 tostada shells

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts, and cook until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 20 minutes. Remove from skillet, drain, and cool. When completely cooled, shred chicken with a fork.
  • Heat remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic until soft and transparent, about 5 minutes. Return shredded chicken to the skillet. Stir in the chicken broth, water, oregano, salt, and chili powder. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook about 90 minutes. Stir in the hominy and cook until tender, about 15 minutes more. Taste to adjust seasonings, adding more salt and chili powder, if desired. Serve in soup bowls with1 tostada shell per serving. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 58.6 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 697.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHICKEN POSOLE



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This Mexican-style soup is an entire meal. It will keep in the freezer for up to three months. You can make this soup with any pre-cooked chicken or turkey. We used store-bought rotisserie chickens, but leftover Thanksgiving turkey will work just as well. When reheating, the hominy may pop in the microwave, so the soup should be thawed overnight in the refrigerator, then reheated over low heat on the stove.

Provided by LMillerRN

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
8 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans reduced-sodium chicken broth
4 (15 ounce) cans white hominy, drained
6 3/4 cups shredded cooked chicken (2 pounds) or 6 3/4 cups turkey meat (2 pounds)
coarse salt
pepper
avocado
thinly sliced radish
crumbled tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a 5-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add onions; cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, tomato paste, chili powder, and oregano; cook, stirring constantly, until evenly distributed.
  • Add 4 cups water, broth, and hominy. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until fragrant, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken; season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook until heated through. (When freezing, cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.)
  • To serve, divide among bowls, and garnish as desired.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly made chicken stock or broth. If you're using store-bought stock, be sure to choose a low-sodium variety.
  • If you don't have any leftover chicken, you can use rotisserie chicken from the store.
  • To make the posole more flavorful, add a few tablespoons of diced green chiles or a teaspoon of chili powder.
  • Garnish the posole with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream before serving.
  • Serve the posole with warm tortillas, rice, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Chicken posole is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its combination of tender chicken, flavorful broth, and hominy, chicken posole is a hearty and satisfying soup that's sure to please the whole family. So next time you have some leftover chicken, give this recipe a try!

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