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Crockpot Crispy Chicken Tinga Tacos

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious slow-cooked Chicken Tinga Tacos made with juicy chicken thighs, zesty enchilada sauce, and rich spices, perfect for an effortless flavorful feast.


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb. Chicken Thighs (boneless and skinless)
  • 1 small Yellow Onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 ½ cups Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 tsp. Italian Dried Herb Seasoning
  • 1 tsp. Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp. Sea Salt
  • 12 Corn Tortillas
  • 1 ½ cups Shredded Cheese
  • Guacamole (for serving)
  • Pickled Onions (for serving)


Instructions

  1. Combine the chicken thighs, chopped onion, enchilada sauce, herb seasoning, cumin, and salt in your crockpot.
  2. Set the crockpot to the highest temperature for four hours.
  3. Once the time is up, shred the chicken using two forks for a nice, fluffy texture.
  4. If you prefer a crispy touch, preheat the oven to 450°F and line a large baking pan with parchment paper.
  5. Warm up the corn tortillas to serve with shredded cheese, guacamole, and pickled onions.
  6. Alternatively, fill the tortillas with chicken tinga and cheese, place them on the prepared baking pan, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 8 to 10 minutes on each side.

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest in the sauce before shredding for extra moisture. Warm tortillas on a skillet for enhanced pliability.