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Chicken Tinga 1

Chicken Tinga

Chicken Tinga originating in Puebla, Mexico, it is shredded chicken in a tomato and chili chipotle sauce. It has a smoky flavor with just enough heat from the chipotle.

  • Total Time: :40
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • No-Stick Cooking Spray
  • 1–1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 can (14.5 oz each) Diced Tomatoes, drained
  • 1 can (8 oz each) Tomato Sauce
  • 1/3 cup chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped avocado
  • Spanish Rice, optional
  • Schmaltz-Refried Pinto Beans, optional

Instructions

  1. Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with garlic salt and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until browned on both sides.
  2. Add onion; cook until tender. Add drained tomatoes, tomato sauce and peppers; stir to combine. Reduce heat to low; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet; shred with two forks. Return chicken to sauce mixture; stir to combine. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and avocado. Serve with rice and beans, if desired.
  4. Serve on tortillas.
  • Author: Ready Set Eat
  • Prep Time: :20
  • Cook Time: :20
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4

Find it online: https://goingmywayz.com/chicken-tinga/