Chicken Tinga Burrito Recipe
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Ingredients
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Burrito Filling
Burrito Assembly
Method
Prepare the Chicken Tinga Filling
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large pot, add 2 cups of chicken breasts and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it cool, then shred it using two forks.
- 2
- 3
Add Flavorings
Stir in 2 tablespoons of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 cup of diced tomatoes, 1 cup of chicken broth, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4
Combine with Chicken
Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir to combine. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Assemble the Burritos
- 5
Prepare the Tortillas
Warm 4 large flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 6
Fill the Tortillas
On each tortilla, spoon a generous amount of the chicken tinga filling, followed by ½ cup of shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- 7
Add Avocado
Top each burrito with a few slices of avocado.
- 8
Wrap the Burritos
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up from the bottom to the top, ensuring all the filling is secure inside.
- 9
Serve
Serve the burritos warm, with extra sour cream and salsa on the side if desired.
