Green Chile Picadillo (Easy, Hearty & Flavor-Packed)
This Green Chile Picadillo is a classic comfort food dinner made with ground beef, tender potatoes, vegetables, and bold green chiles simmered in a savory broth. It’s a simple one-pot Mexican-inspired recipe that delivers big flavor with affordable ingredients—perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or feeding the whole family.
Thanks to the combination of protein-rich beef, fiber-filled vegetables, and warming spices, this homemade picadillo is both filling and nourishing. Serve it with rice, warm tortillas, or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, cozy meal.
Why You’ll Love This Green Chile Picadillo
Easy one-pot ground beef recipe with minimal cleanup
Budget-friendly comfort food using simple pantry staples
Hearty and filling with potatoes and vegetables
Naturally gluten-free and family-friendly
Great for leftovers, meal prep, and freezer meals
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 carrot, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1–2 cups diced green chiles (to taste)
1 tomato, diced
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup beef broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Brown the Ground Beef
Heat a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Sauté the Aromatics
Add the onion and garlic to the beef and cook for 2–3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
3. Add the Vegetables
Stir in the bell pepper and carrot, cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender.
4. Build the Picadillo
Add the diced tomato, potatoes, green chiles, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat everything with seasoning.
5. Simmer Until Tender
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes and carrots are tender and the flavors are well developed.
6. Adjust and Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with steamed rice, warm tortillas, or flour tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Serving & Storage Tips
Serve as a filling for tacos, burritos, or empanadas
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
Freeze for up to 3 months for easy future meals
This green chile picadillo recipe is rich, comforting, and full of bold flavor—an easy, satisfying dish that brings warmth to the table with every bite.
