Description
Tinga Chicken is a vibrant Mexican dish that features tender, shredded chicken simmered in a smoky tomato-chipotle sauce. This recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also incredibly versatile—perfect for tacos, burritos, or served over rice. With its rich spices and delightful aroma, Tinga Chicken is bound to impress at any gathering or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: In a pot, cover the chicken breasts with chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred the chicken once cooled.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 3. Prepare the Sauce: Blend diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, cumin powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- 4. Combine: Pour the sauce into the skillet with onions and garlic. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 5. Mix: Add shredded chicken to the skillet; stir until evenly coated and heated through.
- 6. Serve: Enjoy Tinga Chicken in warm tortillas or over rice with additional sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg