Heat the oil in a large heavy bottom pan over medium high heat. Add the pork and cook for 5 minutes until browned. Add the onion and garlic and cook an additional 3 minutes.
Add the salsa verde, tomatoes, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, chile powder, chicken stock, half the cilantro, salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook on simmer, covered, for 45 minutes or until pork is tender.
Prepare rice according to package instructions. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fold in remaining cilantro with a rubber spatula.
Serve a ladle of chili over a scoop of rice and garnish with your favorite toppings.