Description
Colorado Pork Green Chili is a deliciously spicy stew hailing from Pueblo, Colorado. This hearty dish combines tender pork shoulder with vibrant green chiles and a medley of spices, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings. Its rich flavor profile and satisfying texture make it an unforgettable experience. Serve it on its own, as a topping for burgers, or alongside warm tortillas for a complete meal. Whip up this easy recipe to spice up your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork shoulder (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/4 cup jalapeños (seeded and chopped)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 6 cans diced green chiles (4.5 ounces each)
- 15 ounces petite diced tomatoes
- Spices: ground cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Brown the pork in a large stock pot over medium-high heat until all sides are seared.
- Remove the pork and sauté onions and jalapeños in the remaining fat until soft.
- Add minced garlic, cilantro, and flour; cook until fragrant.
- Return the pork to the pot and add all remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook on low heat for about one hour until the pork is tender.
- Uncover and simmer for an additional 15 minutes to thicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg