Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAlma Cocina Downtown3 Chicken Tinga Verde Tacos Recipe

3 Chicken Tinga Verde Tacos Recipe

Time30m
Serves3

chicken chorizo, pico de gallo, queso fresco, crema

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling and Toppings

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken thighs and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and shred the chicken.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chorizo

    In the same skillet, add the chorizo and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

  3. 3

    Combine Chicken and Salsa Verde

    Return the shredded chicken to the skillet with the chorizo. Pour in the salsa verde and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.

  4. 4

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a separate pan, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Tacos

    Place a portion of the chicken chorizo mixture on each tortilla. Top with pico de gallo, crumbled queso fresco, and a drizzle of crema.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Tinga Verde Tacos!

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