Ingredient

Green Chilies

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use green chilies primarily as a flavoring ingredient to add spice and a …

What it is

Green chilies are immature fruits of pepper plants from the genus Capsicum. They are typically harvested before they ripen to their full color, which is often red. Green chilies offer a range of heat levels and flavors, from mild to very spicy.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use green chilies primarily as a flavoring ingredient to add spice and a distinct taste to foods. They are common in Mexican, Tex-Mex, and other cuisines, appearing in products like salsas, sauces, frozen dinners, soups, and snack foods.

Health notes

Green chilies are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of vitamins, particularly vitamin C and vitamin A, and contain capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated capsaicinoids, but no specific health concerns are associated with typical dietary intake of green chilies.

Allergen info

Green chilies are not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Green Chilies

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Conagra Brands HEALTHY CHOICE Chicken Tortilla Soup, 15 OZ Prepared Soups 63kcal 3.8Protein 0.8Fat 10.0Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg's Licensed Frozen Meals Chorizo Burrito 8oz Cakes - Sweet (Frozen) High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 49% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 68% DV per serving 166kcal 6.3Protein 9.1Fat 15.3Carbs Kellogg Company US Kellogg's Licensed Frozen Meals Southwestern Veggie 8oz Cakes - Sweet (Frozen) High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 51% DV per serving 129kcal 5.3Protein 6.2Fat 14.3Carbs EL MONTEREY Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Xxlarge! Breakfast Wrap, Egg, Potato, Cheese Sauce & Sausage Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 217kcal 7.1Protein 6.5Fat 32.1Carbs EL MONTEREY Chile Rellenos Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 274kcal 8.0Protein 25.7Fat 2.6Carbs

Red Gold Inc. Hot Salsa, Hot Dips & Salsa 34kcal 0Protein 0Fat 6.9Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Southwest Style Petite Diced Tomatoes, Southwest Style Tomatoes 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Red Gold Inc. Green Chilies With Lime & Cilantro Petite Diced Tomatoes, Green Chilies With Lime & Cilantro Tomatoes 21kcal 0.8Protein 0Fat 4.1Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Skillet Classics Hamburger Dinner Mix Pasta Dinners High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 250kcal 9.5Protein 7.1Fat 35.7Carbs

Topco Associates, Inc. Southwestern Style Chipotle Black Bean Patty With A Blend Of Brown Rice, Onions, Green Chilies, Corn, Black Beans, Chipotle Pepper And Red & Green Peppers Veggie Burger Patties, Southwestern Style Frozen Patties and Burgers 183kcal 9.9Protein 8.4Fat 16.9Carbs Foster Poultry Farms Green Burritos Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 304kcal 8.9Protein 9.8Fat 46.4Carbs Ruiz Food Products Inc Burritos, Egg, Sausage & Cheese Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 227kcal 8.6Protein 10.2Fat 23.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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