Easy Chicken Pozole Rojo Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Pozole Rojo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 medium onion (chopped); 2 jalapeno peppers (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (chopped); 8 cups chicken broth; 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 bay leaf; 1 can hominy – about 25 ounces; 2 ancho peppers; 2 guajillo peppers; 3 ounces tomato paste ((optional, if desired)); 1 lime + extras for serving

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This chicken pozole recipe is a comforting Mexican soup, with hominy, lots of chicken, and a flavorful red sauce made with ancho and guajillo peppers. This is a quick and easy version.

Updated at: Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:22:38 GMT