Chicken Tinga
Chicken Tinga is a vibrant Mexican dish featuring tender, shredded chicken simmered in a smoky chipotle sauce. This flavorful recipe combines spicy and savory notes with a hint of sweetness, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Serve it in tacos, burritos, or over rice for a festive meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a pot, cover with water, season lightly with salt, and simmer over medium heat until cooked (15-20 minutes).
- Sauté Aromatics: In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent.
- Add Garlic & Spices: Stir in minced garlic and chipotle peppers; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Combine Ingredients: Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth to the onion mixture; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Shred Chicken & Mix In Sauce: Shred the cooked chicken and stir back into the sauce mixture; simmer together for another 10 minutes.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy in tortillas or taco shells!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor depth, sear the chicken before simmering. - Experiment with toppings like avocado or pickled onions for added freshness.