Embark on a culinary journey with this vibrant and heartwarming soup, where the warmth of spices dances with the earthy sweetness of hominy. A symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses and leave you craving more. Perfect for chasing away the chills on a cozy evening.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
Carbohydrate
68 g
Cholesterol
112 mg
Fiber
18 g
Protein
25 g
Saturated Fat
17 g
Sodium
1309 mg
Sugar
8 g
Fat
36 g
Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. (2 minutes)
02
Step
8 mins
Add the chicken, onion, chipotle peppers, and garlic. Season with garlic salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned and the onion is softened. (5-8 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Stir in the enchilada sauce, hominy, diced tomatoes, black beans, and chicken broth. Season with chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper. (2 minutes)
04
Step
40 mins
Bring the soup to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for at least 40 minutes, or up to 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. (40-60 minutes)
05
Step
1 mins
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish generously with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, avocado, or a squeeze of lime.
For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth or stock.
Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers and cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness.
Feel free to add other vegetables like corn, bell peppers, or zucchini to the soup.
This soup tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to develop.
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Sheridan Bayer
Jun 14, 2025Ashley R.: "This is my new go-to soup recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Camille Fisher
May 8, 2025Michael B.: "I didn't have chipotle peppers, so I used smoked paprika and it turned out great!
Augustus Pfeffer
Apr 14, 2025Brian T.: "I found it a bit too spicy for my kids, so I reduced the cayenne pepper and they enjoyed it.
Rosemary Schmeler
Mar 29, 2025Emily K.: "The perfect soup for a cold night. The spice level was just right.
Callie Grimes
Feb 28, 2025Jessica P.: "I made a big batch of this on Sunday and had it for lunch all week. It was even better the next day!
Darlene Wehner
Feb 18, 2025Kevin W.: "This recipe is so simple and taste! I have shared it with all my friends.
Violette Hintz
Jan 10, 2025Sarah M.: "This soup is amazing! So flavorful and easy to make. My family loved it!
Kaylin Lind
Dec 20, 2024David L.: "I added a can of corn and it was delicious. Will definitely make again.