Delicious Green Chile Chicken Stew Recipe for Cozy Nights
This Green Chile Chicken Stew is a hearty fusion of tender chicken and zesty green chiles, perfect for warming you up on chilly evenings. With bold flavors and fresh ingredients, it’s a comforting dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Canned or roasted green chiles
- Chicken broth or vegetable broth
- Onions
- Garlic
- Bell peppers
- Potatoes (optional)
- Corn (optional)
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Smoked paprika (optional)
- White beans (optional)
Instructions
- Start by dicing your onion, mincing the garlic, and chopping your bell peppers. If using fresh green chiles, roast them over an open flame or under the broiler until charred, then peel and chop.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and brown it on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Once browned, remove the chicken and set it aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the cumin and oregano, stirring well to coat the vegetables.
- Return the browned chicken to the pot. Pour in the chicken broth and add the chopped green chiles. If you’re using beans, add them now too.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. You can shred the chicken in the pot for a more rustic texture if you like.
- Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary. If you prefer a thicker stew, you can let it simmer uncovered for the last 10 minutes.
- Ladle your Green Chile Chicken Stew into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado, or a squeeze of lime. It pairs wonderfully with warm tortillas or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Adjust the spiciness level by choosing mild or hot green chiles based on your preference. For a vegetarian version, replace the chicken with hearty vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms and use vegetable broth.