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Chile Colorado

Savory Chile Colorado: Effortless Slow Cooker Delight

This easy Chile Colorado recipe showcases tender beef in a rich, flavorful sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Beef Stew Meat Substitute with pork or chicken if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Or use chicken or vegetable broth for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Chipotle Adobo Sauce Add fresh jalapeños for extra heat.
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Can substitute with fresh poblano peppers.
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can be used as a replacement.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can substitute with double the amount of tomato sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Consider adding smoked paprika for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Marjoram can serve as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Coriander can be used for a different flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder as a quick substitute.
  • 1 large Yellow Onion Red onion can be used for a sharper taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 8 pieces Warm Tortillas Perfect for making burritos or tacos.
  • 2 cups Refried Beans Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 cups Mexican Rice

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chile Colorado
  1. In a slow cooker, combine beef broth, chipotle adobo sauce, diced green chiles, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, chili powder, oregano, cumin, minced garlic, chopped yellow onion, salt, and a bay leaf. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly blended.
  2. Once your sauce is well-mixed, add the beef stew meat into the slow cooker. Gently toss the beef in the sauce to ensure it is thoroughly coated.
  3. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 7-8 hours.
  4. Once cooked, carefully remove the bay leaf and give the Chile Colorado a good stir. Spoon it directly into warm tortillas or enjoy it as a stew with refried beans and Mexican rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, consider searing the beef before adding it to the slow cooker. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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