Slow Cooker Chile Verde
A comfort meal that can be made in no time. This Slow Cooker Chile Verde takes minimal ingredients and can also be made in the instant pot.
This slow cooker Chile Verde is a meal that is in constant rotation in my household. It’s crazy easy to make and taste amazing with fresh avocado and warmed rice. It’s a simple dinner idea, but one that has become a family favorite. There are no extra steps or a dozen ingredients to work with, which can be a relief after a long, tiring day. This slow cooker meal is straight to the point and won’t require any additional steps once the beeper sounds off. This comfort dish is one I make regularly, probably at least once a month, and one that won’t be removed from the menu anytime soon.
Can this be made in the Instant Pot?
Absolutely. Making this Chile Verde is just as easy to make in the instant pot as it is in the slow cooker. Simply follow the instructions below and seal with the pressure cooker lid. Set the pressure cooker for 30 minutes on high with a 10 minute quick release. And viola, dinner is served in a heartbeat.
For this slow cooker Chile Verde, it calls for a pork loin or chops. Either will do for this recipe because the results will be the same, with a tender bite. Pork loin and chops sadly get a bad rap, mainly due to how easily they can be overcooked and can give a tough, fibrous texture. No one wants that, but I want to encourage to not underestimate the protein. If given a little extra attention and love, you will be happy with the outcome. This is also a leaner, healthier option, which is a bonus. I have tried both types of pork, including pork tenderloin, and I don’t have a preference. All of them come out delicious.
Ingredients You Will Need:
- Pork Tenderloin, Loin, or Chops
- Onion
- Garlic
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Jar Salsa Verde
- Toppings of Your Choice
What to serve with Chile Verde:
- Warm rice
- Tortillas
- Fresh Cilantro
- Avocado Slices
- Lime Wedges
- Queso Fresco or Cotija Cheese
- Sour Cream
- Chopped Onion
- Beans
- Jalapenos
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Slow Cooker Chile Verde
Ingredients
- 1-1 1/2 lbs. pork tenderloin, loin, or pork chops, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. oregano
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
- 1 (12-15 oz.) jar Salsa Verde
- 2 Tbl. Water
- Toppings of your choice
Instructions
- In the slow cooker, place in the cut pork, onion, garlic, cumin, and oregano. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the Salsa Verde and water. Mix until well combined.
- Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. Serve with warm rice or tortillas.
- For the Instant Pot: Follow instructions 1 and 2. Seal with the pressure cooker lid and cook on high for 30 minutes with quick release. Serve.
Notes
About Nicole
Hey There! I'm Nicole, and I have been making food for as long as I can remember, from a little girl cooking with her grandmother to making new dishes and using her husband as a taste tester.
