Easy Slow-Cooked Chile Verde Delight
This Easy Slow-Cooked Chile Verde Delight is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Made with tender boneless pork shoulder simmered in a flavorful green enchilada sauce, it's a set-it-and-forget-it dish that's rich in flavor yet easy to prepare. While this recipe is on the milder side, you can personalize it to suit your heat preference by adding sliced pickled jalapeños. Enjoy it as a taco filling, over rice, or simply topped with your favorite garnishes for a casual family feast.
6
Servings
300
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless pork shoulder
2-3 lbs (cut into 2-3 pieces)
green enchilada sauce
1 (28 ounce) can (none)
onion
1 (chopped)
lemon pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
garlic cloves
6 (sliced)
dried oregano
1 teaspoon (none)
ground cumin
1 teaspoon (none)
pickled jalapeño pepper
to taste (sliced)
Instructions
1
Preheat your crock pot to high to prepare for cooking.
2
While the crock pot heats up, chop the onion and slice the garlic cloves.
3
Place the boneless pork shoulder in the crock pot, cutting it into 2-3 large pieces to ensure the meat is well-covered by the sauce.
4
Add the chopped onion, sliced garlic, green enchilada sauce, lemon pepper, dried oregano, and ground cumin into the crock pot. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
5
Cover the crock pot and cook on high for 5-6 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
6
Once cooked, carefully remove excess fat from the sauce and shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
7
Serve the Chile Verde in bowls, topped with your choice of chopped avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and if desired, sliced pickled jalapeños for added heat.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
6g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easy Slow-Cooked Chile Verde Delight?
It is a comfort food dish made with tender boneless pork shoulder simmered in green enchilada sauce using a slow cooker.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 6 servings.
What is the cooking time for this Chile Verde?
The dish should be cooked on high in a crock pot for 5 to 6 hours.
What cut of meat is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2-3 lbs of boneless pork shoulder.
Is this Chile Verde spicy?
This specific recipe is designed to be on the milder side.
How can I make the dish spicier?
You can add sliced pickled jalapeños to increase the heat level.
What are the main seasonings used?
The key seasonings are lemon pepper, dried oregano, and ground cumin.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are approximately 300 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains about 35g of protein.
Do I need to brown the pork before adding it to the slow cooker?
No, the meat is placed directly into the crock pot in 2-3 large pieces.
What type of sauce is used?
A 28-ounce can of green enchilada sauce is used as the base.
How much garlic is required?
The recipe calls for 6 sliced garlic cloves.
What toppings are recommended for serving?
Recommended toppings include chopped avocado, sour cream, and pickled jalapeños.
How should the pork be prepared after cooking?
Once tender, excess fat should be removed and the pork should be shredded into bite-sized pieces.
Can I serve this with rice?
Yes, it is excellent served over rice or as a taco filling.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 6g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the fat content?
There is 15g of fat per serving.
Is there any fiber in the nutritional data?
Fiber information is not provided for this specific recipe.
Can I use a different type of onion?
While the recipe just says 'onion', yellow or white onions are generally best for slow cooking.
Should I cook it on high or low?
This recipe specifically instructs to cook on high for 5-6 hours.
How do I ensure the meat is well-covered?
Cut the pork shoulder into 2-3 large pieces before adding the sauce to ensure coverage.
Is this recipe considered Mexican cuisine?
Yes, it is tagged under Mexican cuisine and uses traditional flavors like cumin and enchilada sauce.
What equipment do I need?
You will need a slow cooker or crock pot, a knife for chopping, and forks for shredding.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The nutritional data indicates no sugar content.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 8 ingredients listed.
Can I use fresh jalapeños instead of pickled?
Yes, fresh jalapeños can be used if you prefer a different heat profile.
Is this a good recipe for families?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'family meal' and is easy to prepare.
What size can of enchilada sauce do I need?
You need one 28-ounce can.
Can this be used as a meal prep option?
Yes, slow-cooked pork recipes are generally very good for meal prep as they reheat well.
Is there any cholesterol in this dish?
Cholesterol information is not specified in the provided data.