Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

Santiago's Green Chili Recipe

Do you like spicy food that feels warm and tasty? Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe is a great choice. 

It has soft pork and green chiles inside. The chili is thick and full of strong flavor. You can pour it over eggs, fries, or burritos. 

It is spicy but not too hot to enjoy. The recipe is easy and loved by many people. It’s great for family dinners or when friends visit.

When I First Tried Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

I tasted it in Colorado at a friend’s home. The smell was strong and full of spice. After one bite, I knew I wanted the recipe.

Equipment Needed

  • Big pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Ladle
  • Small bowl (if thickening)

Ingredients You’ll Need For Making Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

IngredientAmount
Vegetable oil2 tablespoons
Pork shoulder (cubed)2 pounds
Chopped onion1/2 cup
Minced garlic3 cloves
All-purpose flour1/4 cup
Chicken broth2 cups
Roasted green chiles2 cups (Hatch best)
Jalapeño (optional)1, chopped
Ground cumin1 teaspoon
Salt1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
Oregano1/2 teaspoon
Garlic powder1/4 teaspoon
Cornstarch (optional)1 tablespoon

Instructions To Make Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

Step 1: Heat oil in a pot.
Step 2: Add pork. Brown it on all sides.
Step 3: Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft.
Step 4: Sprinkle flour. Stir for one minute.
Step 5: Slowly pour chicken broth. Stir well.
Step 6: Add green chiles and jalapeño. Stir.
Step 7: Add cumin, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Step 8: Let it boil gently.
Step 9: Lower heat. Cook for 1 hour.
Step 10: Add cornstarch if it needs thickening.
Step 11: Stir and cook for 5 more minutes.
Step 12: Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Recipe Tips

  • Use Hatch green chiles for best taste.
  • Brown pork well for extra flavor.
  • Let it simmer longer for soft meat.
  • Add jalapeño only if you like heat.
  • Stir often so it doesn’t burn.

Nutrition Information

NutrientAmount
Calories300 kcal
Protein25g
Fat18g
Carbohydrates10g
Fiber2g
Sugar1g
Sodium550mg

Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe – Side Dishes

1. Warm Flour Tortillas:
Soft tortillas taste great with this chili. They help cool the spice and add texture.

2. Eggs or Breakfast Burritos:
Pour chili on fried eggs or breakfast wraps.
It gives a warm and spicy start to the day.

3. Fries or Tater Tots
Put chili on crispy fries or tots. Add cheese and sour cream to make it better.

Conclusion!

Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe is spicy and full of flavor. It is simple to cook and loved by everyone. It works with many meals like fries, eggs, or tortillas. Try it once, and you will want it again.

Santiago's Green Chili Recipe

Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

Sara Collins
Do you like spicy food that feels warm and tasty? Santiago's Green Chili Recipe is a great choice. 
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder cut into cubes
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups roasted green chiles Hatch chiles if you can
  • 1 jalapeño chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thicker chili

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Heat oil in a pot.
  • Step 2: Add pork. Brown it on all sides.
  • Step 3: Add onion and garlic. Cook until soft.
  • Step 4: Sprinkle flour. Stir for one minute.
  • Step 5: Slowly pour chicken broth. Stir well.
  • Step 6: Add green chiles and jalapeño. Stir.
  • Step 7: Add cumin, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Step 8: Let it boil gently.
  • Step 9: Lower heat. Cook for 1 hour.
  • Step 10: Add cornstarch if it needs thickening.
  • Step 11: Stir and cook for 5 more minutes.
  • Step 12: Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use Hatch green chiles for best taste.
  • Brown pork well for extra flavor.
  • Let it simmer longer for soft meat.
  • Add jalapeño only if you like heat.
  • Stir often so it doesn’t burn.
Keyword Santiago’s Green Chili Recipe

Sara Collins is a food blogger at TastyDive. She shares simple and family-friendly recipes made with everyday ingredients. Her mission is to help home cooks enjoy tasty meals without stress.