San Antonio Chile Verde is a comforting, home-style dish that balances the bright heat of green chilies with the richness of slow-simmered chicken. This recipe creates a deeply flavorful sauce using aromatic onions, garlic, and a touch of cumin, resulting in a tender, shredded chicken that soaks up every bit of the tangy broth. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings where you want something hearty yet approachable. The combination of fresh cilantro and savory soy sauce adds a unique umami depth, making this a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice or warm tortillas. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it delivers restaurant-quality taste without the fuss.
San Antonio Chile Verde
Description
San Antonio Chile Verde is a comforting, home-style dish that balances the bright heat of green chilies with the richness of slow-simmered chicken. This recipe creates a deeply flavorful sauce using aromatic onions, garlic, and a touch of cumin, resulting in a tender, shredded chicken that soaks up every bit of the tangy broth. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings where you want something hearty yet approachable. The combination of fresh cilantro and savory soy sauce adds a unique umami depth, making this a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with rice or warm tortillas. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, it delivers restaurant-quality taste without the fuss.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in the canned tomatoes, chicken broth, ground cumin, and rinsed green chilies.
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Arrange the chicken breast halves in the liquid, skin side down.
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Cover the pan and simmer gently for 35 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
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Remove the pan from heat and carefully take out the chicken pieces; let them cool slightly.
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Shred the chicken using two forks, discarding the skin and any bones.
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Return the shredded chicken to the pan with the sauce.
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Stir in the chopped cilantro and soy sauce.
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Heat the mixture through until serving temperature is reached.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 61.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 4.0g7%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 6.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.2g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
- Sugars 3.7g
- Protein 1.2g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
