Hearty and Flavorful Green Chili Stew Recipe

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Hearty and Flavorful Green Chili Stew Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 19, 2024

This savory green chili stew is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for chilly days. Packed with tender chunks of meat, spicy green chilies, and fragrant spices, this stew is sure to warm you up from the inside out. Serve it with warm tortillas or fluffy rice for a satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, green chilies, pinto beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Serve the green chili stew hot with warm tortillas or rice.
  8. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Green chilies are rich in vitamin C and capsaicin, which can help boost metabolism.
  • In New Mexico, green chili stew is a popular dish often made with roasted Hatch green chilies.
  • This stew can easily be made in a slow cooker for added convenience.