Green Chile Stew With Chicken
👩🍳 Method
1. Roast the Poblanos
- Broil until charred.
- Cool, peel, seed, and chop.
2. Sauté the Veggies
- Heat oil in a Dutch oven.
- Sauté celery, carrots, and onion for 5–7 minutes.
- Add oregano and cook 2 minutes, then stir in garlic.
- Stir in poblanos and Hatch chiles.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add chile powder and cumin.
- Nestle chicken pieces into the pot.
4. Simmer in Broth
- Pour in broth to cover chicken.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and cook for ~45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Cook Potatoes Separately
- Boil until just tender.
- Drain and set aside.
6. Shred & Combine
- Remove chicken and let cool slightly.
- Shred with forks or mixer.
- Return chicken to pot, add potatoes, and gently warm through.
7. Serve with Flair
- Ladle into bowls.
- Garnish with cilantro, onion, jalapeño, or your favorite toppings.
- Serve with warm tortillas or cornbread.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor
- Add a splash of lime juice before serving for brightness
- Stir in a handful of chopped spinach or kale for extra greens
- Make it spicy with extra chile powder or diced jalapeños
- Freeze leftovers for easy weeknight meals