SUPER EASY!! Chicken CHILE VERDE STEW Recipe

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Breast reduces fat while bone-in chicken adds flavor.

green chiles

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: canned green chiles

Jalapeños offer similar heat with less cost.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is less expensive.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chicken thighs and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add chopped green chiles, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, until chicken is tender.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.

Add diced potatoes and carrots, cooking until tender, about 15 minutes.

Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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