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Chicken Tinga

Tender chicken simmering in a smoky, slightly spicy sauce, perfect for tacos or meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Blender or food processor

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onions until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the pot and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano. Brown the chicken on all sides for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers and chicken broth. Blend until smooth.
  5. Pour the blended sauce over the browned chicken in the pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  7. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
  8. Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir it into the sauce. Allow it to cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Notes

Serve with warm tortillas or rice, and top with fresh cilantro, avocado, queso fresco, sour cream or pico de gallo.