Delicious Green Chile Chicken Stew Recipe for Easy Weeknight Dinners
This delicious green chile chicken stew is perfect for busy weeknights, combining flavorful ingredients into a simple dish that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans diced green chiles
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups corn
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until softened.
- Add chicken thighs, brown on all sides.
- Stir in diced green chiles, chicken broth, corn, and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Stir in fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier stew, add jalapeños or your favorite hot sauce.
- This stew can be served with rice or tortilla chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: green chile, chicken stew, easy dinner, weeknight meal