Best 4 Chicken Chili Verde Recipes

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Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with our culinary exploration of chicken chili verde. This enticing dish, known for its zesty green sauce, offers a delightful balance of tangy, savory, and spicy notes. The succulent chicken pieces, simmered in a delectable broth infused with aromatic herbs and fresh green chiles, create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Join us as we journey through the realm of chicken chili verde, discovering the art of crafting this flavorful dish and unearthing the secrets to creating an unforgettable culinary experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED CHICKEN CHILI VERDE AND CORN ON THE COB WITH CHIPOTLE CREAM



Grilled Chicken Chili Verde and Corn on the Cob with Chipotle Cream image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 large poblano peppers
1 1/2 pounds chicken cutlets
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling plus 2 tablespoons
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, grated
18 to 20 tomatillos, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1 chipotle in adobo, mashed into paste
2 teaspoons adobo sauce
2 limes, 1 zested, 1 whole
4 ears corn on cob, shucked and rinsed
2 to 3 cups chicken stock, depends upon how thick you like your sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 cup cilantro or flat-leaf parsley, divided
3 tablespoons fresh mint, a generous handful
1 sack white corn tortilla chips
1 cup shredded Chihuahua or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Steps:

  • Heat broiler and grill pan to high.
  • Place peppers under broiler and char on all sides, 15 minutes. Place the peppers in a paper sack or in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rest for about 5 minutes or until cool enough to handle. Peel, seed and chop peppers into large dice.
  • While peppers cook, coat the chicken with a healthy drizzle of oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken 3 minutes on each side. Chop into a bite size dice and reserve.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the jalapeno, onions and garlic and cook a few minutes while you process the tomatillos into a chunky salsa consistency in food processor. Add the tomatillos to onions and cook 5 to 6 minutes.
  • While the tomatillos cook, in a small pot heat cream with chipotle and the zest of 1 lime over low heat. Reduce 10 minutes.
  • Drizzle corn with oil and grill until charred all over, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add chicken stock to chili. Stir in the chicken and season with cumin. Simmer 5 to 6 minutes and stir in peppers, 2 to 3 tablespoons of chopped cilantro and the mint. Turn heat off.
  • Add the juice of 2 limes to the chili and stir.
  • Serve each bowl of chili with a handful of lightly crushed chips on top and a sprinkle of cheese.
  • Pour a ladle of chipotle cream over the corn and garnish with a little cilantro, chives and a sprinkle of cheese.

CHICKEN CHILI VERDE



Chicken Chili Verde image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Herb     Pepper     Poultry     Super Bowl     Spice     Corn     Hot Pepper     Tomatillo     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
5 tablespoons all purpose flour
7 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups chopped onions
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh Anaheim chilies* (about 4)
2 green bell peppers, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick strips
5 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
6 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
12 tomatillos,** husked, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or 1 tablespoon dried
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cinnamon sticks
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips
*Also known as California chilies. Available at Latin American markets and many supermarkets.
**A green tomato-like vegetable with a paper-thin husk. Available at Latin American markets and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Coat with flour. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of chicken to skillet and sauté until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer to large pot. Repeat with 1 tablespoon oil and remaining chicken.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until onions are tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to pot with chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add Anaheim chilies and green bell peppers. Sauté until tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to pot with chicken. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet. Sauté half of corn until tender, about 2 minutes. Transfer to pot with chicken. Repeat with remaining 1 tablespoon oil and corn.
  • Add chicken broth, tomatillos, oregano, chili powder, cumin, paprika and cinnamon sticks to pot. Bring liquid to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until mixture thickens and flavors blend, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Refrigerate until cool. Cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.)
  • Mix cilantro into chili. Transfer to large serving bowl. Garnish with tortilla chips and serve.

CHICKEN CHILI VERDE



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The addition of tomatillos and a hefty amount of cumin turn this recipe into a real stand-out!

Provided by Tamra Miller

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; cut into half inch cubes.and set aside
3 jalapeno peppers
1 pasilla chili
1 anaheim chili
1 medium onion, peeled and coursely chopped
8 medium tomatillos, fresh husk removed and washed
1/2 bunch cilantro, fresh rinsed and finely chopped
2 can(s) ortega diced green chilis 4 ozs
1 pkg chicken taco seasoning, lowrey's
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp cumin, powder (to your taste; a little can go a long way)
1 Tbsp garlic salt
1/4 c herbox instant chicken bullion (powder not the cubes)
2-3 Tbsp cornstarch
1/2 -3/4 c water for cornstarch
3-5 c water

Steps:

  • 1. Clean and deseed all the peppers ( when I do the jalapenos I use a spoon to make sure I get all the seeds and the ribs,Or leave some ribs behind if you want more heat)
  • 2. Chop the onion, tomatillos, and cilantro.
  • 3. Cube the chicken into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 4. Over a med high heat in a 2 -4 quart pot heat the oil. Add the chicken and sprinkle it with the taco seasoning and 1 TBSP of bullion. Cook just until a light brown color.
  • 5. Add the remaining ingredients stirring to combine. Begin to add your water until you cover the vegetables.
  • 6. Add garlic salt cumin and more bullion until you have your desired taste. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until all contents are tender. Aprox. 30 - 40 mins
  • 7. mix 1/2 cup of water to the cornstarch until smooth(no lumps)
  • 8. While gently stirring, slowly add the cornstarch and water mixture to the simmering mixture. You want the sauce to be the consistency of a light gravy. If needed make more cornstarch water.

SPICY CHILI VERDE WITH WHITE BEANS & OPTIONAL CHICKEN



Spicy Chili Verde with White Beans & Optional Chicken image

A thick and hearty vegetarian chili verde with a good kick of heat and the zingy tang of fresh-roasted tomatillos. It's plenty satisfying on its own, but you can also add cooked and shredded chicken (we use store-bought rotisserie chicken) for the carnivores.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound tomatillos
2 jalapeno peppers
1/4 cup olive oil
1 medium yellow onion (diced) (about 2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 medium cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
A couple turns freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth*
4 cups cooked small white beans (or 2 (15-ounce) cans, drained and rinsed)
1 (4-ounce) can mild diced green chiles
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
Lime wedges (for squeezing over the top)
Cilantro leaves
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 cup cooked (shredded chicken)
2 cups cooked (shredded chicken)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove papery husks from the tomatillos and rinse off any dirt. Place tomatillos and jalapeno peppers on a rimmed baking sheet. If you want to minimize the risk of the tomatillos exploding, score them by giving each a quick shallow slice with a knife - though I've never done this. Which is probably one of many reasons why I need to clean my oven.
  • Bake, turning tomatillos and peppers over once about 15 minutes in, until they're soft and blackened in spots, about 25 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool.
  • While the tomatillos and the peppers are roasting, assemble the base of the soup. To a large saucepan or medium soup pot over medium heat, add the olive oil. When heated, add the onion and oregano. Saute until soft and fragrant but not browned. Add garlic, coriander, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, for one more minute. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for three minutes. Slowly pour in the vegetable broth, stirring while you pour.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring frequently, and cook until thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Peel jalapenos and taste the flesh. If they're very mild, you may want to add both peppers to the soup, seeds and all. On the other hand, if they're particularly hot, you may want to discard the seeds entirely and only one pepper, or even half of one pepper. Jalapenos can vary greatly in heat, so I've learned tasting and then adding cautiously is the way to go. Add the tomatillos and juices from the pan to the soup as well.
  • Remove soup from heat and, using an immersion blender or by carefully transferring to a blender in batches, puree the soup. Return to medium-low heat. Add the beans and the can of diced green chilies and stir to combine. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • If adding chicken to half, set a medium saucepan over medium-low heat and transfer about 3 cups of the chili to the pan. Add cooked shredded chicken and stir. Bring to a simmer then serve. If adding chicken to all, add it to the main pot now.
  • Bring to a simmer to heat the chilies and white beans. Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve with cilantro leaves, additional lime wedges for squeezing over the top, and sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.
  • Leftovers keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken. For a flavorful and tender chili verde, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts. The bones and skin will add flavor to the broth, and the meat will stay moist during cooking.
  • Make sure to tomatillo salsa is flavorful. The tomatillo salsa is the base of the chili verde, so it's important to make sure it's flavorful. Use ripe, fresh tomatillos, and roast them before blending them with the other ingredients. This will give the salsa a smoky, slightly sweet flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the heat. Chili verde can be made as mild or as spicy as you like. If you want a mild chili, use mild green chiles. If you want a spicier chili, use hot or extra-hot green chiles. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few drops of hot sauce to taste.
  • Let the chili simmer for a while. The longer the chili simmers, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour, before serving.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings. Chili verde is traditionally served with rice and beans, but you can also serve it with other toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, shredded cheese, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Chicken chili verde is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its bold flavors and customizable heat level, chicken chili verde is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.

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