Ingredients
– 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
– 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro for garnish
– Lime wedges for serving
– Corn tortillas for serving (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your amazing Tinga Chicken:
1. Prepare the Chicken: In a large pot, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Season with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for about 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Once done, shred the chicken using two forks and set aside.
2. Sauté Onions: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they become translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add Garlic: Once the onions are soft, add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
5. Combine: Pour the blended sauce into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir to combine, allowing it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
6. Mix with Chicken: Add the shredded chicken into the skillet, mixing it well with the sauce. Allow it to cook for another 5-10 minutes, ensuring the chicken is heated through and absorbing the flavors.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste the Tinga Chicken and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or more chipotle if you prefer extra heat.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro.
This straightforward process will yield an incredible dish that your whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 38g