Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork Stew
Tender pork chunks simmered in a mildly spicy New Mexican green chile sauce with potatoes and onions for a comforting stew. This mexican-inspired pork ready in about 110 minutes pairs large yellow onion, diced, garlic cloves, minced, low sodium chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 calories and feeds 6, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup New Mexican green chile, roasted and chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 pounds pork shoulder cubes and brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes, then transfer pork to a plate.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté over medium heat for 4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Step 3: Return the pork to the pot and stir in 1 cup chopped roasted New Mexican green chile, 2 medium cubed russet potatoes, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 4: Pour in 4 cups low sodium chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer gently for 1 hour 30 minutes until pork is tender and potatoes are cooked through.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork Stew take to make?
Total time is about 110 minutes (20 min prep + 90 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 Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork 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 large yellow onion, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork 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 Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Green Chile Pork Stew?
Mexican pork 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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