Crock Pot Chicken or Beef or Pork Green Chile Stew
Warm, hearty, and packed with Southwestern flair, Crock Pot Chicken, Beef, or Pork Green Chile Stew is the ultimate comfort food with a customizable twist. This slow-cooked delight features your choice of tender chicken thighs, beef stew meat, or pork shoulder paired with smoky, roasted green chiles (Hatch or Anaheim) and creamy russet potatoes, all simmered in a rich blend of aromatic spices and savory broth. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your crock pot does all the work, melding the flavors into a stew that’s both satisfying and soul-soothing. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend dinner, this gluten-free recipe is served best with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of cilantro for a zesty, herbaceous finish. Whether you're craving a spicy kick or a family-friendly meal, this green chile stew adapts beautifully while delivering bold and authentic flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, beef stew meat, or pork shoulder (choose one)
- 2 cups green chiles (Hatch or Anaheim, roasted and chopped)
- 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken or beef broth (depending on the protein)
- 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 lime wedges, for serving
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Sear the chicken, beef, or pork pieces in the skillet until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the meat to the crock pot.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to the crock pot.
Add the diced potatoes, roasted green chiles, diced tomatoes (with juice), cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot.
Pour in the broth, ensuring the ingredients are mostly submerged. Stir to combine.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the meat is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Once done, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired and accompanied by lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.8 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.4 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 735 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 7333 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.3 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 7704 mg | 164% | |
*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.
