Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Cozy Chicken Tinga


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A heartwarming dish featuring tender shredded chicken in a smoky chipotle sauce, perfect for tacos or bowls.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Corn or flour tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Cotija cheese
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Sour cream
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Boil the chicken breasts in salted water until fully cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Remove and shred.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic and diced tomatoes; cook until tomatoes turn into a rich sauce.
  4. Stir in the chipotle pepper and shredded chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve in warm tortillas or bowls, topped with cilantro, Cotija cheese, avocado, sour cream, and lime juice.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days and taste even better the next day.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg