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Green Chile Stew

This green chile stew is a warm, comforting dish packed with tender beef, smoky roasted green chiles, and hearty potatoes. Perfect for chilly days, it’s slow-simmered to develop deep, rich flavors that feel like a hug in a bowl. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds of cubed beef stew meat or pork shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1.25 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups of roasted peeled, and chopped green chiles (Hatch or Anaheim chiles are my go-to)
  • 1 large Russet potato peeled and cut into half-inch cubes
  • 3.5 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly chopped cilantro for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Brown the meat well on all sides, then remove.
  3. Add onion to the pot and cook until translucent.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Return the meat to the pot and stir in green chiles.
  6. Add broth, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  7. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1½–2 hours.
  8. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/green-chile-stew/

Notes

  • Hatch chiles add authentic flavor, but Anaheim or other mild green chiles work well.
  • For a spicier stew, add chopped jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day as flavors deepen.