Slow Cooker Chicken Pozole Blanco

Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown lightly, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a 6-quart slow cooker.

Cook onion in the same skillet over medium heat until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, minced chile, and bouillon powder; continue cooking for 1 minute. Pour in 1 cup water and stir well. Remove from heat and pour into the slow cooker. Add remaining 7 cups water, hominy, lime juice, oregano, and bay leaf to the slow cooker.