Chicken Tinga Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Cook the Chicken

   In a pot, add the chicken breasts and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.

2. 2

   Make the Tinga Sauce

   In a blender, combine the cooked chicken, chipotle peppers, diced tomatoes, and a bit of the cooking liquid. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture back into the pot and cook over medium heat for an additional 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the Toppings

   While the sauce is cooking, dice the avocado and chop the fresh cilantro. Set aside.

4. 4

   Assemble the Tacos

   Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet. Layer the tinga chicken on the tortillas, then top with avocado, cilantro, crema, roasted red pepper salsa, and crumbled queso fresco.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve immediately while warm, with extra salsa and crema on the side.