How to Make Chicken Butternut Squash Posole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When the weather turns cold and the leaves start to change, there's nothing quite like a warm, comforting bowl of soup to cheer you up. And if you're looking for a new and exciting twist on a classic soup recipe, then look no further than this Chicken Butternut Squash Posole. This delicious and hearty soup is a perfect blend of Mexican and American flavors, making it a unique and memorable addition to your fall and winter menu.

Posole is a traditional Mexican soup that features hominy...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans red beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (28 ounce) can hominy
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
  • ½ (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
  • 2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine chicken, butternut squash, red beans, hominy, chicken broth, salsa, beer, and Mexican oregano in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 7 1/2 hours (or on High for 3 1/2 hours). Stir cream into soup and continue cooking for 30 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    327 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 913mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 108mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 496mg