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Chicken Tinga Recipe

Easy shredded Chicken Tinga is an easy, flavor packed recipe that makes a great topping for a burrito bowl or a taco filling.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 5 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 28 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 chipotle chili in adobo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped Cilantro optional
  • 8 corn tortillas for serving, optional

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium high heat.
  • Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken over and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
  • Add the onion to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes or until beginning to soften.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
  • Transfer the onion mixture to the pitcher of a blender.
  • Add the tomatoes, chipotle chili, adobo sauce, chicken stock, cumin, cayenne and paprika to the blender. Close the lid and puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and pour the sauce over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
  • Remove the chicken to a cutting board or platter. Using two forks, shred the chicken and return to the pan.
  • Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes uncovered.
  • Serve over rice or on corn tortillas to make Chicken Tinga Tacos and sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 1476mg | Potassium: 751mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 431IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg