How to Make Colorado Green Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

Colorado Green Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that hails from the southwestern region of the United States. It is a staple in many Colorado households and is often served at gatherings and events. This spicy and comforting stew is perfect for cold winter nights or for adding a bit of warmth and flavor to any meal.

What sets Colorado Green Chili apart from other chili recipes is its use of fresh green chiles, which are a staple in Southwestern cuisine. The chiles give the chili i...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound Hatch chile peppers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 5 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 51 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 31 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; spread Hatch chile peppers on top.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler, turning once, until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and seal tightly with plastic wrap. Let cool, about 20 minutes. Peel and seed peppers; dice flesh.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in diced chile peppers and tomatoes. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour into the pot.
  • Pour broth into the pot; add cumin, chili powder, and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until flavors combine, at least 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    92 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 685mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 56mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 162mg