Colorado Style Green Chili

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Colorado Style Green Chili with beef is a hearty, comforting Southwestern classic that combines tender chunks of beef, fire-roasted green chilies, and a rich, savory sauce. Unlike the typical tomato-based chili, this version is infused with smoky, mildly spicy flavors from Hatch or Pueblo green chilies, making it both soul-warming and deeply satisfying. Perfect served over warm tortillas, rice, or with a side of cornbread, it’s a dish that will fill your kitchen with irresistible aromas and keep everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups roasted Hatch or Pueblo green chilies, peeled, seeded, and chopped

  • 1 large tomato, diced

  • 4 cups beef broth

  • 1 cup chicken broth (optional, for depth)

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Brown the Beef: In a large Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then sear in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.

  3. Add Chilies & Tomato: Mix in chopped green chilies and diced tomato, stirring to combine.

  4. Create Thick Base: Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to coat. Cook for 2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.

  5. Simmer the Chili: Pour in beef broth (and chicken broth, if using). Add cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and return beef to the pot. Stir well.

  6. Cook Until Tender: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2–3 hours, or until beef is tender and flavors meld beautifully. Stir occasionally.

  7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or chilies as desired.

  8. Serve & Enjoy: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with tortillas, rice, or crusty bread.

If you’d like, I can also give you a spicy version of this Colorado green chili beef with extra heat boosters.

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