In my native New Mexico, this is known as posole and is traditionally eaten on New Year’s Day for good luck. It seems everyone has their own special version. Mine settles the age-old question—“Red or green chiles?”—by using both.
—JANET CHRISTINE MCDANIEL ARLINGTON, TX
PREP: 15 MIN. • COOK: 4 HOURS • MAKES: 4 SERVINGS
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) chicken broth, divided
1 can (15 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1. In a large skillet, brown the chicken in oil. With a slotted spoon, transfer chicken to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, saute onion and garlic in drippings until tender; add to chicken.
2. Place chipotle peppers and 1/4 cup broth in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended. Add to chicken mixture. Stir in the hominy, chilies, seasonings and remaining broth. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.