Description
Green Chile Chicken Stew is a delightful, soul-warming dish that brings the bold flavors of Southwest cuisine right to your table. This hearty stew features tender shredded chicken, fresh corn, and zesty hatch chiles, all simmered in a savory broth that’s both comforting and satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners, this stew can be ready in just an hour. Customize it with your favorite toppings—like creamy avocado or crispy tortilla strips—for added texture and flavor. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, this Green Chile Chicken Stew will surely impress!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 cup corn (fresh)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 Hatch chiles (diced)
- 1 jar salsa verde (16 oz)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 small rotisserie chicken (pulled)
- 1/2 cup long grain white rice
- Lime juice (from 1 lime)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large stock pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and corn; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in minced garlic and spices: ground coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook briefly.
- Add diced hatch chiles, salsa verde, chicken broth, water, and lime juice; bring to a boil.
- Mix in pulled rotisserie chicken and chopped cilantro; reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in long grain rice and cook until tender for about 15 minutes.
- Serve hot with garnishes like cilantro, lime wedges, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg