Chipotle Pork Stew
Bursting with smoky, spicy flavors, this Chipotle Pork Stew is the ultimate comfort food with a bold twist. Tender cubes of seared pork shoulder simmer to perfection in a rich, savory broth infused with chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, earthy cumin, and aromatic garlic. Red potatoes and carrots add hearty texture, while fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice offer a vibrant finish. Ready in just under two hours, this one-pot wonder is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, served with crusty bread or warm tortillas. Packed with protein, vegetables, and unmistakable chipotle heat, this flavorful stew will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 units garlic cloves, minced
- 3 units chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 4 medium red potatoes, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 unit bay leaf
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 unit lime, juiced
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into 1-inch cubes. Season the pork cubes with salt and black pepper.
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cubes in batches until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove the pork and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), and chicken broth. Scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Return the seared pork to the pot, along with the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the stew simmer for 60-70 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the Chipotle Pork Stew hot, garnished with extra cilantro if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread or warm tortillas on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.0 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.4 g | 212% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 6487 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.4 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.9 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.0 g | ||
| Protein | 253.4 g | 507% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 740 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 8949 mg | 190% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
