Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you straight to the vibrant streets of Mexico with this mouthwatering Cumin Chicken Hominy Stew! Imagine a hearty, soul-warming dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic cumin, and the unique texture of hominy in a rich, flavorful broth that will have your family begging for seconds. This isn't just another stew – it's a flavor explosion that promises to become your new favorite comfort food, delivering an authentic Mexican-inspired experience right in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, diced
- 1 can hominy, drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 lb of diced chicken thighs, 1 can of drained hominy, 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp of ground cumin, 4 cups of chicken broth, 1 can of diced tomatoes, salt and pepper to taste, and fresh cilantro for garnish.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Next, add the diced chicken thighs to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Sprinkle the ground cumin over the chicken and stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices. Cook for another minute to toast the cumin slightly.
- Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth and add the can of diced tomatoes (with their juices) to the pot. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
- After 30 minutes, add the drained hominy to the stew. Stir well and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes to heat the hominy through.
- Once the stew is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve the cumin chicken hominy stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your delicious Mexican-inspired dish!
Tips
- Choose bone-in chicken thighs for extra flavor and tenderness – they'll make your stew incredibly rich and succulent.
- Toast your cumin briefly in the pot before adding other ingredients to enhance its nutty, warm flavor profile.
- For an extra depth of flavor, consider adding a splash of lime juice just before serving to brighten the entire dish.
- If you want a thicker stew, you can use a potato masher to slightly crush some of the hominy, which will naturally thicken the broth.
- This stew tastes even better the next day, so don't hesitate to make it in advance – the flavors will continue to develop and intensify overnight.
- For a spicier version, add a diced jalapeño when sautéing the onions or a pinch of cayenne pepper with the cumin.
- Serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth – trust us, you won't want to waste a single drop!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 218kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 16g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg
