Chicken Tinga Recipe (Mexican Chipotle Shredded Chicken)
This Chicken Tinga Recipe (Mexican Chipotle Shredded Chicken) is a vibrant and flavorful dish that will elevate your dining experience. Tender, shredded chicken is simmered in a zesty tomato-chipotle sauce, creating an irresistible combination that’s perfect for tacos, burritos, or tostadas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (optional)
- 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
- 2 pounds skinless chicken thighs
- 16-ounce can tomato sauce
- 7-ounce can chipotles in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chopped onions and jalapenos; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in chopped garlic and cook for another minute.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them for 2 minutes on each side.
- Blend tomato sauce and chipotles in a food processor, then pour over the chicken in the pan.
- Add chili powder, oregano, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the pan; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve with tortillas or as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg