Chicken Tinga Recipe
Make Chicken Tinga Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Method
Main Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large pot, add the chicken breast and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly, then shred it using two forks.
- 2
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In a blender, combine the cooked onions and garlic, chopped tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and chicken broth. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and pour the blended sauce over it. Stir well to combine and cook for about 10 minutes on low heat, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors.
Toppings Preparation
- 5
Prepare Toppings
While the chicken is cooking, dice the avocado, chop the fresh cilantro, and cut the lime into wedges. Crumble the cotija cheese.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Chicken Tinga
Serve the chicken tinga on a plate or in tacos, topped with diced avocado, fresh cilantro, cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime juice for added flavor.
