This Easy Ground Beef Chile Stew is the perfect comfort food for any time of year when you want something warm, hearty, and simple to make.

close up of a serving of ground beef chile stew in a white bowl. — *Easy Ground Beef Green Chile Stew Recipe.*

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Made with simple ingredients of ground beef, potatoes, green chiles, and enchilada sauce, it’s a cozy dinner the whole family will love. And the best part, it tastes even better the next day!

a spoonful of ground beef chile stew being held over a soup bowl. — *Homemade Green Chile Stew with Ground Beef.*

The Players for Ground Beef Chile Stew

Ingredients:

Ground Beef – Using ground beef keeps this recipe quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights. I like to use a lean ground beef (93/7) so I don’t have to drain the excess fat.
Onions – Onions add a ton of flavor right from the start. Feel free to use brown, white, or yellow onions.
Garlic – Fresh garlic adds big flavor! I use 4 garlic cloves that are finely minced.
Seasonings – To make this ground beef green chile stew, you’ll need chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper. Use salt and pepper to taste.
Green Chiles – Canned green chiles add that signature green chile flavor with just a little bit of heat. I only use one 4-ounce can, but feel free to add another can to kick it up a notch.
Tomatoes – For this recipe, I use petite diced tomatoes, but regular diced tomatoes or even fresh tomatoes will work just fine. If you prefer to skip the tomatoes altogether, you can do that too! I recommend adding about two tablespoons of tomato paste to keep the stew rich.
Enchilada Sauce – This is the easy shortcut that makes the stew taste like it’s been simmering all day! I add a cup of green enchilada sauce to this chili recipe
Beef Broth – To make the best chili, I use beef broth. You can also use chicken broth, vegetable broth or water if you’d like.
Potatoes – Potatoes make this stew extra hearty and filling, and they also help naturally thicken the stew as they cook. Use 2 large russet potatoes or 3-4 small potatoes, peeled, and cubed. The smaller you cut your potatoes, the faster the stew comes together.

Tools:

Big Pot – You’ll need a heavy-bottomed pot to make this ground beef chile stew recipe. I just got this gorgeous Green Staub Dutch Oven for Christmas that I’m obsessed with!

overhead view of stew in a bowl with a soup spoon next to the bowl. — *30-Minute Ground Beef Green Chile Stew.*

How to Make Ground Beef Chile Stew

In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. I don’t break it up too much, as I like there to be larger chunks of beef. Drain excess grease if needed.

Raw ground beef in the bottom of a large pot. — *In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess grease if needed.*

Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Diced onions added to the browned ground beef. — *Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.*

Minced garlic on a chef's knife about to be added to the pot. — *Add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.*

To the meat mixture, add in the oregano, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Three seasoning jars being held over the pot of ground beef. — *To the meat mixture, add in the oregano, chili powder, and cumin.*

Salt and pepper bottles held over the large pot. — *To the meat mixture, add in the oregano, chili powder, and cumin.*

Add the liquids and tomatoes

Pour in the diced tomatoes, diced green chiles, 1 cup of green enchilada sauce, and beef broth.

A can of petite diced tomatoes about to be added to the pot. — *Pour in the petite diced tomatoes with juices into the pot of ground beef.*

A small can of diced chiles about to be added to the large pot for ground beef chile stew recipe. — *Pour in the petite diced tomatoes with juices into the pot of ground beef.*

Add the Potatoes and Simmer

Stir in the cubed potatoes and bring the stew meat to a low boil. Reduce the heat to low and allow the stew to simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes have softened. Add more salt and pepper as needed to taste.

Russet potatoes that have been cubed on a cutting board ready to be added to the pot. — *Cut your potatoes into cubes and add them to the pot. The smaller they’re cut, the fast your stew cooks.*

Ground beef chile stew simmering in the pot. — *Cut your potatoes into cubes and add them to the pot. The smaller they’re cut, the fast your stew cooks.*

Ladle into bowls and eat as is, or top with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

close up of a ladle with a serving of ground beef chile stew in a green Dutch oven. — *Cozy One-Pot Ground Beef Chile Stew.*

Instant Pot and Slow Cooker Instructions

While I’ve only made this ground beef chile stew on the stovetop, this is how I would cook this delicious meal in the Instant Pot or Slow Cooker:

Instant Pot Method:

Turn the Instant Pot to Sauté and brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Stir in the seasonings, tomatoes, green chiles, enchilada sauce, beef broth, and cubed potatoes. Lock the lid, set the valve to Sealing, and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.

Carefully quick release the pressure, stir, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Slow Cooker Method:

In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and add the beef to the slow cooker.

To a 6-quart slow cooker, dd the diced onion, garlic, seasonings, diced tomatoes, green chiles, enchilada sauce, beef broth and cubed potatoes and stir everything together. Cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours. Adjust the seasonings before serving.

overhead image of ground beef chile stew in a white soup bowl. — *The Coziest Ground Beef Green Chile Stew Recipe.*

Storage and Reheating Instructions

To Store:

Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

To Reheat:

Place desired amount into a saucepan for the stovetop or into a microwave-safe dish. Reheat the green chile stew for about 2 minutes or until heated through.

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If you end up trying this Ground Beef Chile Stew, leave me a comment. I’d love to chat with you!

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