Ingredients

1tbspolive oil

1small yellow onion,peeled and diced

1largepoblano pepper,cored and diced

3cloves garlic,minced

12ozgreen chiles,Old El Paso diced

6cupschicken stock

28ozwhite hominy,drained and rinsed

3cupscooked chicken,shredded

2tspground cumin

1tspsalt,to taste

Preparation

Heat oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.

Add onion and poblano peppers and saute for 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Add the garlic and saute for an additional minute, stirring occasionally.

Add the diced green chiles, chicken stock, hominy, chicken, cumin, and salt, and stir to combine.

Continue heating until the soup reaches a simmer.

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for at least 5 minutes. Taste, and season with extra salt and pepper if needed.

Serve warm, topped with avocados, lemon wedges, and other desired garnishes.