Instant Pot Pork Chile Verde Recipe
Description
Welcome to our family favorite Instant Pot Pork Chile Verde Recipe! This pork chile verde is a delicious, spicy dish that is packed with flavor. It is a great meal for any night of the week. Our pressure cooker pork chile verde is made with chunks of pork shoulder, canned diced tomatoes, canned green chilies, and garlic. It is cooked in a flavorful broth and served with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. The best part is that it is ready in under an hour, so you can have a delicious meal on the table in no time.
Prep Time
This pork chile verde is easy to make and requires minimal prep time. All you need to do is dice the pork shoulder and mince the garlic. You can also use pre-minced garlic if you prefer. It takes about 5 minutes to prep the ingredients and you are ready to start cooking.
Cook Time
Once the ingredients are prepped, the Instant Pot does the rest of the work. It takes about 35 minutes for the pork chile verde to cook in the Instant Pot. This includes the time it takes for the Instant Pot to come to pressure and to release the pressure. Once the pork chile verde is done cooking, you can serve it right away or let it sit for a few minutes for the flavors to develop.
Ingredients
For this pork chile verde recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
2 pounds pork shoulder, diced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Turn the Instant Pot on and press the “saute” button. Add the pork shoulder and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Add the diced tomatoes, green chilies, garlic, oregano, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
3. Add the chicken broth and stir.
4. Put the lid on the Instant Pot and make sure the valve is set to “sealing”. Press the “manual” button and set the timer for 35 minutes.
5. When the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
6. Open the lid and stir the pork chile verde. Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!
Equipment
You will need an Instant Pot to make this pork chile verde. You will also need a cutting board and knife to dice the pork shoulder and mince the garlic. A wooden spoon is helpful for stirring the ingredients.
Notes
This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled if you are feeding a crowd. The pork chile verde can also be frozen for up to 3 months. To freeze, let the pork chile verde cool completely and then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 370
Fat: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Protein: 43 g
Recipe Tips
This pork chile verde is a delicious, spicy dish that is packed with flavor. To make it even more flavorful, try adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can also add additional vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or potatoes. Make sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
For a creamier version, you can add a cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the pork chile verde at the end. You can also top the pork chile verde with shredded cheese or avocado slices for added flavor and texture.
This pork chile verde is a great meal for any night of the week. Serve it with a side of rice, tortillas, or your favorite Mexican sides. It also makes great leftovers and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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