Pumpkin Posole Recipe

This Pumpkin Posole recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings! Imagine a hearty, flavorful stew brimming with tender chicken, sweet pumpkin, and savory spices. The creamy hominy and vibrant cilantro add delightful texture and freshness. Dip crusty bread into the rich broth for a truly satisfying meal – it's so good, you'll be craving it all autumn and winter long! Even Arizona nights get cozy with this one.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 210.7 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 4.4 (27 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Posole

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How to Make Pumpkin Posole

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of cubed chicken, 1 chopped onion, and 1 chopped carrot. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink.
  3. Stir in 2 chopped celery stalks and 1 chopped bell pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Add 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 (15 ounce) can drained and rinsed hominy, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg.
  5. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes, or until flavors have melded and the stew has thickened slightly.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

15g

Carbs

4g

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