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Chicken Tinga Tacos

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A quick and delicious recipe for Chicken Tinga Tacos, featuring tender shredded chicken and smoky chipotle flavors, wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can Red Gold Tomatoes (diced or crushed)
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Corn or flour tortillas
  • Toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime, diced onion


Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the sliced onion until translucent.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, Red Gold Tomatoes, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 15-20 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  5. Assemble the tacos by placing the chicken tinga mixture on the tortillas and adding your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality shredded chicken for optimal flavor and adjust chipotle pepper amount based on spice tolerance.