Crockpot Chile Verde is the ultimate slow-cooked comfort food, rich with bold green chile flavor and melt-in-your-mouth pork. This classic dish simmers gently for hours, allowing every ingredient to blend into a deeply savory, comforting stew.
The star of this recipe is the vibrant green sauce made from tomatillos, roasted chiles, garlic, and warm spices. As the pork cooks low and slow, it absorbs all that flavor, becoming fork-tender and incredibly juicy.
What makes this version especially appealing is its ease. After a quick sear and simple blending, the crockpot does all the work, making it perfect for busy days or relaxed weekends when you want dinner to cook itself.
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Serve this chile verde with warm tortillas, rice, or beans, and finish with fresh lime and cilantro for a bright, authentic touch. It’s hearty, cozy, and full of traditional flavor.
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
Total Time: 6–8 hours 20 minutes
Ingredients :
- 3 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt, cut into chunks
- 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 poblano or Anaheim chiles, roasted and chopped
- 2 jalapeños, seeded (optional, for heat)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions:
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