It’s Hatch Chile Season at Heinen’s!

Fresh from New Mexico, Hatch Chiles have made their highly anticipated return to Heinen’s Produce Department for a limited time!

Hatch Chile Season at Heinen’s

We look forward to the arrival of New Mexico Hatch Chile peppers every summer, and this year is no exception!

Available raw or roasted with varying levels of heat, discover how Heinen’s is celebrating Hatch Chile season with special in-store roastings, tasty Hatch-infused products and recipe inspiration.

What are Hatch Chile Peppers?

2026 OHIO HATCH CHILE ROAST

Heinen’s Mayfield Village

Saturday, August 22nd | 11am – 4pm

2026 ILLINOIS HATCH CHILE ROAST

Heinen’s Naperville

Saturday, August 22nd | 11am – 4pm

2026 OHIO HATCH CHILE ROAST

Heinen’s Rocky River

Saturday, August 29th | 11am – 4pm

2026 ILLINOIS HATCH CHILE ROAST

Heinen’s Barrington

Saturday, August 23rd | 11am – 4pm

Preorders will be accepted from August 1, 2026 – August 15, 2026. Please contact or visit your preferred Heinen’s location to place an order.

A Guide to Buying, Roasting and Storing Hatch Chiles

Recipe Inspiration

Hatch Chile Pulled Pork

Hatch Chiles are delicious additions to a variety of sweet and savory recipes, including classic pulled pork complete with Heinen’s brioche buns, Heinen’s coleslaw, avocado and greens.

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Hatch Chile & Chorizo Queso

With just the right balance of spicy and savory flavors from seasonal Hatch Chiles, jalapenos, chorizo and two types of cheese, this queso is delicious as a BBQ or tailgate appetizer.

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Bacon Hatch Chile Corn Pudding

Mild Hatch chiles, savory bacon and sweet corn combine to create a delicious spin on traditional corn pudding!

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Hatch Chile Margaritas

The heat of Hatch Chile peppers is the ideal seasonal replacement for jalapenos in a spicy margarita!

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