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Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 240 minutes
  • Total Time: 255 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A flavorful and easy-to-make Chicken Tinga recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a delicious meal, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.


Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth


Instructions

  1. Place chicken thighs in the slow cooker.
  2. In a blender, combine diced tomatoes, chipotle peppers, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the sauce over chicken in the slow cooker.
  4. Add sliced onions and chicken broth.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  6. Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir it back into the sauce.
  7. Serve with tortillas or rice.

Notes

Consider trimming excess fat from the chicken thighs for a leaner dish. Customize the sauce with additional spices or lime for added flavor.