Description
Green Chile Picadillo is a flavorful and hearty dish that brings the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine right to your table. This delightful combination of ground beef, roasted green chiles, and fresh vegetables makes for a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe can be served in tacos, rice bowls, or even on its own, making it a must-try for anyone seeking a delicious and satisfying meal. With its rich taste and nutritional benefits from fresh ingredients, Green Chile Picadillo will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2–3 roasted green chiles (Hatch or poblano, peeled and chopped)
- 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
- 1 large potato (peeled and diced)
- ½ cup peas (optional)
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp 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 large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, approximately 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in diced potato, tomatoes, roasted green chiles, peas (if using), along with cumin, coriander, oregano, and pour in beef broth or water to help cook the potatoes evenly.
- Lower the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot as a filling for tacos, over rice, or on its own.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg