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Colorado Green Chili

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender beef and zesty green chiles, perfect for weeknight dinners or outdoor gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 4 roasted green chiles, peeled and chopped (or canned green chiles)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed beef and sear until browned on all sides.
  2. Once the beef is browned, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
  4. Stir in the chopped roasted green chiles, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1-1.5 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. If using lime juice, stir it in before serving. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Customize your heat by adding jalapeños or serrano chiles for more spice. This dish tastes even better the next day, making it great for meal prep! Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.