Quick Delicious Pork Chile Verde

Transform your dinner routine with this Quick Delicious Pork Chile Verde, a bold and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish that’s ready in under an hour! Featuring tender chunks of seared pork shoulder simmered in a zesty sauce made from fresh tomatillos, roasted green chiles, and a hint of jalapeño heat, this hearty recipe is a celebration of vibrant, smoky flavors. Finished with a touch of lime and fresh cilantro for brightness, this one-pot comfort food pairs perfectly with warm tortillas or fluffy rice. Whether you're feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this savory chile verde delivers restaurant-quality taste with minimal effort—ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.5 pounds tomatillos (husked and quartered)
• 1 cup canned diced green chiles
• 1 unit jalapeño (seeded and chopped)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 unit lime (juiced)
• 0 optional tortillas or rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork cubes evenly with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the pork in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the tomatillos, green chiles, jalapeño, chicken broth, cumin, and oregano.

Step 7

Return the seared pork to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 10

Serve the Pork Chile Verde hot with warm tortillas or over rice. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2722.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3067.6

Total Fat 221.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 5266.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.3g
Protein 184.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.5mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 5494.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 14.0%