Green Chile Picadillo
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Green Chile Picadillo, a hearty Mexican dish that perfectly marries ground beef and roasted green chiles with potatoes and spices. This comforting meal is versatile enough to be served in tacos, over rice, or simply enjoyed on its own. With its rich taste and nutritious ingredients, it’s an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings. Plus, it’s easy to prepare, making it a quick favorite for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 2–3 roasted green chiles (Hatch or poblano)
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 1 large potato
- ½ cup peas (optional)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground coriander
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- ¼ cup beef broth or water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef (or turkey) to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon while seasoning with salt, pepper, cumin, coriander, and oregano.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chopped green chiles, diced potato, and peas if using. Pour in beef broth or water.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for about 20 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://recipesbypenelope.com/green-chile-picadillo/