Instant Pot Chicken Posole Verde

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 (15 ounce) can hominy, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Cilantro leaves, for garnish

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Turn on Instant Pot to "Sauté" mode. Add olive oil and heat until shimmering.
2. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
3. Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
4. Stir in green chiles, chicken broth, water, hominy, black beans, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. Close the lid and set the valve to "Sealing." Cook on high pressure for 20 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
7. Remove chicken thighs and shred them using two forks. Return chicken to the pot.
8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
9. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro leaves.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fiber: 10g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Comforting and flavorful
• Packed with tender chicken, beans, and hominy
• Savory and slightly spicy from green chiles and spices
• Perfect for a cold winter day or a casual gathering

User Comments:

• "This was so easy to make and so delicious! I loved the green chiles and the hominy gave it a nice texture."
• "Perfect for a busy weeknight meal. The chicken was fall-off-the-bone tender and the broth was packed with flavor."
• "I added some shredded cheese and sour cream on top for a little extra richness."
• "I made this for a dinner party and everyone raved about it. It's now my go-to chicken soup recipe."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when releasing the pressure from the Instant Pot, as the steam can be hot.
• If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can make this soup on the stovetop in a large pot. Bring all ingredients to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are softened.
• Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less green chiles.