Chicken Chile Verde, or Green Chili as I prefer to call it is a tangy and hearty chicken and white beans stew which gets it's signature green color from green tomatillos. With warmth of spices, heat of chilies, creamy beans and moist chicken.. this Green Chili Recipe will be your perfect companion on a Chilly Night! Gluten free, and can also be dairy-free if you don't serve with yogurt/cream.
Since first time I made it for Vishal, I'm often asked to include this recipe in our weekly dinner menu. The secret to my recipe and delicious flavors is Roasted tomatillos! I take a few extra minutes and roasttomatillos and chilies on open flame/broiler. This makestomatillos sweeter and improves the flavor of chilies. Plus the natural smokey flavor it gives to the chili is simply irresistible.
Oh, before we head to the recipe.. I must tell you that this recipe can be easily made in slow cooker. In-fact, I have included the instructions in notes for how to make Chicken Chile Verde in Slow Cooker! So, next time you crave for a Chicken Chile Verde dinner? Don't think twice! Just bring home some tomatiolls, chilies, dig few spices from pantry, grab a pot or slow cooker.. and serve homemade Green Chili dinner!
Let's learn how!
Chicken Chili Verde is a Mexican version of American chili. It is known by name of Green Chili in States like Colorado. Actually, Colorado version of this chili does not have white beans. It is down-to-heart meat chili made with red meat, spices, tomatillos, chilies, and peppers. Often anahiem peppers, poblano, or jalapenos are used for chili flavor and cumin, coriander, oregano in spices. The tang come from tomatiolls and green color fromtomatiolls, cilantro, and a bit from chilies. You see, everything works in harmony to make this a one pot Green spiced healthy hearty stew!!
In my home, however, there is no Chili without white beans. Plus 90% of the time, we like to add chicken in chilies instead of meat. I use chicken thighs because meat stays more moist and juicy compared to breast. That being said, if you prefer white meat that should be fine too. In this preparation, the acidity of tomatillos and spices tenderize chicken and keep it moist.
To balance the heat of spices and make a meal-size hearty portion.. I also like to add some potatoes along with white beans in my Green Chili. Potatoes may not be a traditional ingredient in Chili Verde but these give creamy thick texture to chili without using any starch or thickeners.
To prepare Green Chili, I start preparing the ingredients. First, I roast the tomatillos and chilies until skin is charred blistered all over. Once these are off heat and sweat.. I collect rest of spices, dice chicken into bite size pieces, rinse beans, and dice potatoes.
The signature green sauce,tomatillos with chilies and cilantro stems is ready in 5 minute.
That's all you need to do in prep work.
When preparing Chile Verde in pot or dutch oven, I like to saute chicken with spices and salt until it is no longer pink from outside. This seals in lots of flavor in chicken and also flavors the broth. It is important that a good quality chicken stock is used for broth. Or you can follow my trick of adding 2 bone-in chicken legs while chili is simmering. This simple step makes chilie verde taste delicious and adds amazing depth of flavor.
I simmer chili on stove for at-least 30-40 minutes on low or until chicken is cooked, fall apart-tender, and potatoes are soft and almost melting...
..making Chicken Chili Verde in slow cooker is even easier!! Follow the instructions in recipe notes. I still recommend making your own roasted tomatillos green sauce because it makes a lot of difference in the taste of this green chili!
If you are one pot Chicken Dinner fan, I recommend trying these recipes:
Pressure Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup
Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup
Curry Chicken Rice
Friends, my Chicken Chili Verde recipe will sure be hit in your kitchen. If you feeling the chill of cold weather then this green chili is ready to warm things up! Add some potatoes, white beans, use good quality chicken and serve a hearty homemade meal tonight! (check notes to make broth more flavorful)
Wish you a wonderful day!
-Savita
FAQs
In Spanish, chili verde means “green chili” and refers to the fruit people often use to give heat to dishes they are cooking. So, on the one hand, chili verde is an ingredient. On the other hand, green chili is a complete dish with which many people are familiar.
What country is chili verde from? ›
Green chile pork is a dish that originated in Mexico. It's known by a number of names including puerco con chile verde, chile verde con cerdo, cerdo en salsa verde, and carne de puerco en salsa verde. Some say it has close ties to dishes like guisado (stew) and cerdo en verdolagas (pork in purslane).
How many calories are in chicken chili verde? ›
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: 408 calories; protein 31.6g; carbohydrates 40.5g; dietary fiber 8.6g; sugars 8.6g; fat 13.9g; saturated fat 3.7g; cholesterol 81.4mg; vitamin a iu 1676.2IU; vitamin c 24.7mg; folate 58.9mcg; calcium 109.2mg; iron 3.8mg; magnesium 84.9mg; potassium 869.3mg; sodium 569.6mg; thiamin 0.1mg.
How do you eat chili verde? ›
Chili verde is typically enjoyed by spooning the tender pork and flavorful sauce onto a warm tortilla, then adding your choice of accompaniments such as rice, beans, avocado, and sour cream. You can also enjoy it as a standalone stew with a side of warm tortillas for dipping.
What are Mexican green chillies called? ›
Poblano peppers are one of the most popular chilli peppers in Mexico. They have a mild heat intensity and are usually used in dishes like chiles rellenos or mole sauce. The poblano pepper has a deep green color when fresh and turns dark red when dried.
Is a green chilli hotter than a red? ›
Capsaicin is the substance in chili peppers that makes them so hot, and the longer the chili pepper hangs on the plant the more capsaicin there is in the chili pepper. The more capsaicin, the hotter the chili pepper. And this means that of the same variety, red ones are hotter than green chili peppers.
What state is known for green chili? ›
Green chile has become our state's icon and a culinary treasure beloved by chile connoisseurs around the world. But here, chile isn't just food—it's tradition. From Chimayó to Hatch, come taste for yourself why New Mexico is the true Chile Capital of the World!
How do you thicken chile verde sauce? ›
Use All-Purpose Flour or Cornstarch
All-purpose flour and cornstarch are useful for thickening chili, as well as sauces, soups, and stews.
What is chile verde sauce made of? ›
Ingredients and Substitutions
Tomatillos and some sort of green chile are the two key ingredients of chile verde. Different cooks will use different varieties of green chiles, but most often you will see Poblano chiles used for mild heat and Serranos used for spicier versions.
How many calories are in 2 cups of chicken chili? ›
My recommended serving size is ~2 cups, which provides 360 calories, 38 grams of carbohydrates, 9 grams of fiber, 9 grams of fat, and 33 g protein. That amount also supplies 740 milligrams of sodium, 10% of the daily value for calcium, 15% of the daily value for iron and 15% of the daily value for potassium.
Del Real Foods Chile Verde Pork In Green Sauce (0.5 cup) contains 1g total carbs, 0g net carbs, 8g fat, 25g protein, and 180 calories.
How many calories are in homemade chili verde? ›
Calories in Chili Verde
| Calories | 157.3 |
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| Cholesterol | 44.8 mg |
| Sodium | 415.1 mg |
| Potassium | 465.6 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.1 g |
8 more rowsChile verde differs from its rustier cousins in a few ways: The go-to meat is pork, tomatillos make their way into the sauce, the chiles are fresh, and the stew typically doesn't include cumin.
What can I add to chili verde to make it less spicy? ›
Serve the Chile Dish With Cream, Cheese, or Lime Juice
Acidic ingredients also neutralize capsaicin's burn somewhat, so squeezing some fresh lime juice on a spicy food can help a bit.
How do you take the heat out of chili verde? ›
Turns out, the fiery chemical in hot chilis, capsaicin, likes to bind itself onto a compound in milk, which neutralizes the burn. Add a generous dollop of sour cream, creme fraiche, or yogurt to scorching hot chili or stews, or even a touch of milk or cream. For best results, though, go with full-fat dairy.
Is green chile the same as salsa verde? ›
As I stated earlier, green chile salsa and salsa verde are the same thing. There will be slight variations to all salsa recipes, including salsa verde, but in each recipe the usual foundational ingredients are the same: green chile peppers and tomatillos.
What is closest to green chili? ›
Jalapeños are a classic alternative to green chilies. They offer a moderate level of heat with a slightly fruity flavor, making them a versatile choice in various dishes, from salsas to stir-fries.
Is green chili enchilada sauce the same as salsa verde? ›
The main difference between green enchilada sauce (verde sauce) and salsa verde is that enchilada sauce is cooked, and salsa verde is raw. Enchilada sauce also requires liquid (either stock or water), but salsa verde ingredients are simply blended together and eaten as is.
What is another name for green chili peppers? ›
Typical types of chilies packaged as green chilies are Anaheim (New Mexico chile), Poblano, or Pasilla, which are generally the milder types of chilies. Green chiles are added to many recipes for appetizers, soups, stews, egg dishes, main dishes, snacks, and sauces.
