Slow-Cooker Chicken Pozole

This classic Mexican soup is the definition of hearty. The celebratory dish dates back to pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, and is now popular all over Mexico, as well as New Mexico (where it's known as posole).

There are three main types of pozole: white (blanco), green (verde), and red (rojo) — yep, just like the Mexican flag! Each requires a certain set of ingredients, but hominy and some sort of stewed meat is almost always present. Pozole is often topped with cabbage or lettuce, chopped onion, sliced radishes, avocado, and plenty of lime wedges for squeezing.

Make no mistake: this slow cooker version isn't authentic, but it is quick, easy, flavorful, and filling. Mix and match your favorite toppings and feel free to sub in your favorite protein — pork, beef, or turkey would all be delicious. Just be sure to adjust your cook time accordingly.

If you're looking for something more classic, check out our Best-Ever Pozole. It's the red variety, and it includes a puree of several chilis, giving a complex smokiness to the final dish. If you've got the time, you can even use Makinze's recipe for the chili puree and add it to this recipe!

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Editor's Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on September 30, 2020 to include more information about the dish.