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Tinga de Pollo (Chicken Tinga)

A classic Mexican dish made with shredded chicken cooked in a tomato, onion, and chipotle chile sauce.

40 min Easy Mexicana 4 servings
Tinga de Pollo (Chicken Tinga)

The story behind

Chicken tinga is one of the most iconic and beloved dishes in Mexican cuisine. Its smoky and slightly spicy flavor, thanks to the chipotle chile, makes it the perfect filling for tostadas, tacos, or sopes. It is a simple, comforting, and versatile recipe that is a fundamental part of any Mexican household's culinary repertoire.

Instructions

  1. 1
    Blend the tomatoes with garlic and chipotle chiles until you have a smooth sauce.
  2. 2
    In a skillet with a little oil, sauté the onion until translucent.
  3. 3
    Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well with the onion.
  4. 4
    Pour the tomato and chipotle sauce over the chicken.
  5. 5
    Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes until the flavors are well combined and the sauce has thickened.

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