How to Make Instant Pot Chicken Posole Verde - A Step-by-Step Guide

Instant Pot Chicken Posole Verde is a delicious and comforting Mexican soup that is perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe combines the traditional flavors of posole with the convenience of the Instant Pot, making it a quick and easy meal to make any night of the week.

Posole, also spelled pozole, is a hearty soup made with hominy, meat, and flavorful broth, and is a staple in Mexican cuisine. This version of posole is made with chicken, tomatillos, and green chilies, giving it a vib...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound tomatillos, husked and chopped
  • 1 large poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 (15.5 ounce) cans white hominy, drained
  • 3 cups chicken broth

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine tomatillos, poblano pepper, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth. Set salsa verde aside.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add olive oil, chicken, onion, oregano, and cumin; cook for 5 minutes. Add salsa verde, hominy, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select Manual function according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Ladle posole into bowls.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 997mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 396mg