Chicken Pazole

Low FODMP Chicken Pazole
This soup is so satisfying and so simple. The chicken thighs are more flavorful and tender than chicken breasts and provide a different nutrient profile. Since chicken thighs also have dark meat, they are naturally a bit higher in iron and zinc. Plus, they are cheaper too! Another thing I love about this soup is the toppings! This way you can make everyone happy. If you are not on a Low FODMAP type diet, you can add a clove of garlic to the recipe if you desire, but honestly you don't need to. The Whole Foods Organic Chicken Broth is naturally low FODMAP- but be careful, the low sodium version is not. Serves 4-6
 
INGREDIENTS
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter (or sub with olive oil)
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon cumin seeds/powder
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon marjoram
1- 28oz can diced tomatoes
1- 28oz can hominy, drained
4 skinless/boneless chicken thighs, fat trimmed
2-3 cups Whole Foods Organic Chicken Broth
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar/lemon juice
Salt and pepper
 
Toppings:
Cilantro
Sliced radishes
Shaved cabbage
Green Onions (green parts only for low FODMAP)
Avocado (1/8th avocado is low FODMAP)
Cojita/feta Cheese
Lemon/lime wedges
Sautéed corn tortilla strips* or Crushed corn chips
 
DIRECTIONS
Heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Stir in the spices and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the diced tomatoes and drained hominy. Bring to a simmer and add the chicken thighs and cover with 2-3 cups of chicken broth. Return to a simmer and cook 15 minutes or until the chicken thighs are done. 
 
Remove the chicken thighs from the broth and shred in a large bowl with two forks. Return back to the soup, and add more chicken broth if desired, and cook another 5-10 minutes. Adjust salt and pepper to taste, and finish with a splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. 
 
Top each bowl with your choice of toppings and enjoy! 

*To make sautéed corn tortilla strips, simply cut a few corn tortillas into thin strips. Then pan-fry in olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low until crispy. Season with salt if desired. 

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Eat Happy!

​Selva