This simple Chicken Chile Verde comes together in just 30 minutes with only a few ingredients and little prep work. Insanely delicious and perfect for busy school nights, it works in tacos, over rice, in a salad, on a tostada, and more.
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I’ve given this dish my own personal spin by switching out the pork for chicken breasts. It’s not a slow cooker recipe, but it is an easy weekday dinner that is ready in under 30 minutes. This version of chile verde is just as delicious as the original, but heartier because it is more like a stew or soup than a traditional dish.
If you’re looking for a meal that everyone will enjoy, try this one.
what is Chile verde
Traditionally, Chile Verde is a Mexican stew made with chunks of meat cooked in a tomatillo and green chile sauce. My traditional Chile Verde recipe is our favorite slow cooker meal.
This Chile Verde dish is a delicious twist on the classic. I usually make the traditional version, but this recipe is perfect for those last-minute suppers. All of my kids love chile verde, so this dish quickly becomes one of their favorites.
Top with shredded cheese, return to the heat, cover, and turn off the heat. Allow it to set for 6-10 minutes until the cheese has melted completely. Remove from the stovetop and serve right away.
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Chicken Chile Verde
Ingredients
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cups cheddar cheese
- 16 ouncces salsa verde, thick n' chunky
Instructions
- Heat the oil and chicken in a large skillet over medium-high heat for a minute, then add the taco seasoning; stir to coat the chicken.
- Cook chicken until it is no longer pink in the center.
- Add the salsa verde to the pan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the temperature and simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and the chicken has a nice glaze.
- Top with shredded cheese, return to heat, cover, and turn off the heat. Let it set for about 6-10 minutes until the cheese has completely melted. Remove from the stovetop and immediately serve.
I love this so much! It’s perfect in tortillas, over rice, or even mixed with noodles to make a pasta bake. Yum!
This is such an incredible meal! Its quick, easy and delicious!! I love it!
My family would love this for dinner! It sounds incredibly delicious!
My husband will love this for sure! It looks so inviting!
I’ve made this chicken chile verde and he loved it! It’s so gooooood!
Such an amazing dish! Adding on our weeknight dinner rotation!
Such a satisfying dish! Can’t wait to make this!
Looks beyond delicious! Need to make this soon!
I love this dish! It’s absolutely delicious!! We all enjoy it very much!
I’ve always been intimidated to make this, but you make it sound so easy that now I’m going to try it!