Chicharrón en Salsa Verde

Chicharrón en Salsa Verde is a traditional Mexican dish. With only a few ingredients, this is an easy chicharrones recipe that’s perfect for weeknight meals.

Dinner should not be hard. When I hear people say their kids live off of frozen foods, my heart sinks. I’m a working mom. I totally get it. Sometimes, there’s not enough time to make dinner. Truth be told, I will take help from the frozen section of the grocery store from time to time. When I want to get food on the table PRONTO, I make Chicharrón en Salsa Verde.

Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. Let me show you how easy this traditional Mexican chicharrones recipe is. Chicharrón en Salsa Verde starts with pork rinds. If you can’t find any, you can buy it HERE. Break them into smaller pieces and set aside.

If you have time, make your own salsa verde. HERE is my recipe. Tangy and delicious. This salsa is so versatile too. Or, BUY IT ONLINE and save time. Add the sauce to a big skillet.

When you add the chicharrones, mix everything well. I also add some finely diced fresh jalapeño to make the sauce spicier. If you’re making your own salsa verde, you can adjust the heat. If heat is not your thang, don’t add it. Cover and let this simmer for a few minutes or until the chicharrones are soft.

To plate your Chicharrón en Salsa Verde, sprinkle with chopped cilantro. You can’t forget the tortillas! For a more complete meal, serve with refried beans and rice. Hope you enjoy!