Description
Smoky, tangy, and irresistibly satisfying, these Chili Verde Hatch Burritos are packed with tender pork simmered in a vibrant green chile sauce. Wrapped in warm tortillas and melted cheese, they’re the ultimate comfort food. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, or meal prep idea, these burritos are freezer-friendly and full of flavor. Ideal for foodies who crave bold, southwestern-style food ideas and easy recipes to elevate their weeknight rotation.
Ingredients
2–3 lbs pork shoulder
1 to 1.5 cups roasted Hatch chiles
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb tomatillos, husked and halved
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 cups chicken broth
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp Mexican oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
1.5 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
6 large flour tortillas
2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
1. Cut pork into chunks, season with salt and pepper, and sear in olive oil until golden on all sides.
2. Remove pork; in the same pot, cook onions until translucent, then add garlic, cumin, and oregano.
3. Add tomatillos and chicken broth. Simmer 10 minutes, then blend with Hatch chiles and cilantro until smooth.
4. Return pork to the pot, cover with verde sauce, and simmer for 2 hours (or slow cook for 6–7 hours) until tender.
5. Shred pork in the sauce and simmer uncovered 10–15 minutes to thicken.
6. Warm tortillas, add pork mixture and cheese, then roll into burritos.
7. Optional: Crisp burritos in a skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
Notes
Searing the pork is key for maximum flavor—don’t skip it!
To make it ahead, prepare the pork and sauce a day in advance and store in the fridge.
Use a mix of mild and hot Hatch chiles to balance flavor and heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Hatch chiles, burrito, chili verde, easy dinner, food ideas, meal prep, comfort food