Ingredients for Chicken Chile Verde
- Chicken Thighs
- 1 lb tomatillos (husked and rinsed)
- Garlic Cloves
- 2-3 jalapeños (seeded and roughly chopped)
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
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How to Make Chicken Chile Verde
- Season 1.5 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or 1.2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts) generously with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides. If using bone-in chicken, remove the skin before seasoning.
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken in batches (4-5 pieces at a time) for approximately 4 minutes per side, ensuring even browning. Do not cook chicken through at this stage.
- While the chicken browns, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add 1 lb tomatillos (husked and rinsed), 2-3 jalapeños (seeded and roughly chopped, adjust to your spice preference), and bring back to a boil. Simmer for 12-15 minutes until the tomatillos are tender.
- Drain the tomatillos and jalapeños. Combine them in a blender with 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 4 cloves garlic, and 1 cup chicken broth. Pulse until combined, then blend for 30-40 seconds until smooth.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 large onion (chopped) and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the remaining 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste). Cook for 5 minutes more.
- Add the browned chicken to the pot. Pour in the blended tomatillo mixture and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot using tongs and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and simmer for another 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve your Chicken Chile Verde hot with refried beans and warm flour tortillas. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
96 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
34g
Carbs
3g
