Description
Smoky, spicy, and bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, these Chicken Tinga Tacos feature tender shredded chicken simmered in a rich, chipotle-infused tomato sauce. Perfect for taco night, these quick and customizable tacos will bring a taste of Mexico to your kitchen in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Fresh corn or flour tortillas, for serving
Optional toppings: diced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, sliced radishes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Blend fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Pour the tomato-chipotle mixture into the skillet with the onions. Bring to a simmer, then add the chicken and chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked and tender.
- Remove the chicken and shred it using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the skillet and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- Warm tortillas on a skillet or over an open flame.
- Serve the chicken tinga on tortillas and garnish with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing the amount of chipotle peppers.
Leftover chicken tinga can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with mushrooms or jackfruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 tacos
- Calories: 210 kcal per taco (without toppings)
