How to Make New Mexican Green Chile Chicken Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

New Mexican Green Chile Chicken Stew is a traditional dish that originated in the southwestern region of the United States. This hearty and flavorful stew is a staple in New Mexican cuisine, known for its bold and spicy flavors. The dish features tender pieces of chicken, slow-cooked in a rich and aromatic broth, along with an abundance of green chiles, which are the star ingredient of this recipe.

Green chiles are a key component of New Mexican cuisine, and they bring a unique and fiery...

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Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 medium potatoes, chopped
  • 3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
  • 12 large Hatch green chile peppers, diced
  • 2 large zucchini, sliced
  • 2 carrots, cut into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 21 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 46 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir the chicken until browned, about 3 minutes. Add potatoes and onion; cook and stir until browned, 3 to 5 minutes more. Add broth, green chiles, zucchini, carrots, salt, and garlic salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 1 hour. Add corn and simmer until heated through, 10 to 15 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    354 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 1844mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 10g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1167mg