Description

This Green Chile Chicken Stew is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines tender chicken with the smoky sweetness of Hatch chiles, vibrant salsa verde, and wholesome corn. Perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion – diced
1 cup corn – (from about 2 ears)
4 cloves garlic – minced
1 tbsp ground coriander
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
3 Hatch chiles – (fire roasted)
seeds removed and diced
1 (16 oz) jar salsa verde
4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup water
1 lime – juiced
1 small rotisserie chicken – pulled
1 tbsp fresh cilantro – chopped
1/2 cup long grain white rice
Optional Garnish: lime wedges
avocado chunks
cilantro
tortilla strips
sour cream

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in corn, minced garlic, ground coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the diced Hatch chiles, salsa verde, chicken broth, and water. Bring to a simmer.
Stir in lime juice, pulled rotisserie chicken, and rice. Cook covered for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

If you can’t find fresh Hatch chiles, canned ones can be a great substitute. This stew works well with or without rice based on your preference.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main Course, Soup & Stew
Method: stovetop
Cuisine: Southwestern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1½ cups)
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 690 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 31 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: Green Chile Chicken Stew, chicken stew, Hatch chiles, salsa verde, corn stew