Slow-Cooker Pork Green Chili

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 onions, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-2 jalapeno peppers, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Transfer the pork to the slow cooker. Add the onions, garlic, and jalapeno peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, green chilies, black beans, pinto beans, and corn. Simmer for 5 minutes, then transfer the mixture to the slow cooker.
5. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Interesting Facts

• Pork shoulder is a great cut of meat for slow-cooking because it is tender and full of flavor.
• Green chilies are milder than red chilies and are a staple in Mexican cuisine.
• This dish can be served as is, or with a side of warm tortillas or a crusty baguette.