Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew

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A hearty New Mexican-inspired stew with tender chicken, roasted green chiles, and smoky spices for a warming bowl of comfort. This new mexican-inspired soups ready in about 45 minutes pairs (14.5 oz can, undrained) diced tomatoes, diced potatoes, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 New Mexican cuisine 410 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add onion to the pot and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, cumin, and oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Add potatoes and cook for 2 minutes to coat in spices.
  3. Step 3: Return chicken to pot, add diced tomatoes with juice, chicken broth, and roasted green chiles. Stir in 1 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 25 minutes until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep diced potatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Mimbres Green Chile Chicken Stew?

New Mexican soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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