Spicy and Hearty Mile High Green Chili Recipe

This Mile High Green Chili recipe is a hearty and spicy dish that will warm you up on chilly winter nights. Made with tender chunks of pork, green chilies, and a blend of aromatic spices, this chili is packed with flavor. It's easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. Serve it with warm tortillas or over rice for a satisfying and comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into small chunks
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans (4 ounces each) diced green chilies
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 can (15 ounces) white beans, drained and rinsed
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Directions

1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and pork chunks to the pot. Cook until the pork is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the diced green chilies, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Return the browned pork to the pot and pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.
6. After 1 hour, add the drained and rinsed white beans to the pot. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes.
7. Season the chili with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with optional toppings, such as shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

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