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Chicken Tinga Recipe

A flavorful and spicy Mexican chicken dish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1 can Tomatoes diced
  • 1 Onion sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add sliced onions and cook until translucent.
  3. 3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. 4. Add diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, oregano, and cumin. Cook for 5 minutes.
  5. 5. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  6. 6. Return the sauce to the skillet and add chicken broth.
  7. 7. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
  8. 8. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  9. 9. Remove chicken from the skillet and shred with two forks.
  10. 10. Return shredded chicken to the skillet and mix with the sauce.
  11. 11. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken Tinga, Gluten-Free
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