"Route 66" Chili Recipe

Name: "Route 66" Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds trimmed boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces; All purpose flour; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 4 poblano chilies, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped garlic; 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice; 2 19-ounce cans enchilada sauce; 1 12-ounce bottle amber ale; 1 7-ounce can diced green chilies; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon chili powder; Sour cream; Sliced green onions

Servings: persons

3 pounds trimmed boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces
All purpose flour
1/2 cup olive oil
3/4 cup chopped onion
4 poblano chilies, chopped
1/4 cup chopped garlic
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
2 19-ounce cans enchilada sauce
1 12-ounce bottle amber ale
1 7-ounce can diced green chilies
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
Sour cream
Sliced green onions

1
Dredge pork in flour to coat; shake off excess.
2
Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
3
Working in batches, add pork and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes.
4
Using slotted spoon, transfer pork to large bowl.
5
Add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil to same pot.
6
Add onion and saute until translucent, about 4 minutes.
7
Add poblano chilies and garlic and saute 2 minutes.
8
Mix in pork, diced tomatoes with their juice, enchilada sauce, ale, diced green chilies, cumin and chili powder.
9
Simmer until meat is tender and chili thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
10
Serve chili with sour cream and sliced green onions.

1147

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds trimmed boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces, All purpose flour, 1/2 cup olive oil, 3/4 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, "Route 66" Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

"Route 66" Chili

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