Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Ratings: 4.9 from 6 votes
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 216
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

The ultimate Chicken Tinga Tacos recipe is spicy, saucy, yet so simple! It's a super quick meal to throw together, but still delicious enough to impress even the fancier crowd.

Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup sweet onion (roughly chopped)
  • 2 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cup shredded chicken
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
    • For serving
  • 10 tortillas
  • 2 avocados
  • 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
  • 1/4 cup cotija
  • 1 lime
Instructions
  1. 1

    Heat a large pan on medium heat with olive oil. Add the onion. Stir-fry the onions for approximately 4 minions or until cooked through. Add the garlic and then continue to cook for 30 seconds more. Add the chipotles, oregano, and cumin, and continue to fry for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes, stock while bringing it to a simmer, cook for 7 minutes and add salt to your taste.

  2. 2

     Place the tomato mixture in a high-powered or regular blender, and blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Return the blended sauce to the pan over low heat. Add the chicken, and cook for 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt if necessary.

  4. 4

    Prepare the garnishes. To assemble, top the tortillas with the chicken and garnish with the avocado slices, cilantro, red onion, and cotija. Serve with a lime wedge.

Tips
  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. These cuts of chicken are lean and easy to cook.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. The chicken should be opaque throughout and have an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Shred the chicken or chop it into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat in the tacos.
  • Add your favorite toppings to the tacos.
  • Serve the tacos with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include rice, beans, and chips and salsa.
  • Get creative with your toppings. There are many different toppings that you can add to tacos. Don't be afraid to experiment and find what you like.
  • Use fresh ingredients. Fresh ingredients will make your tacos taste better.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use good quality tortillas. Good quality tortillas will make your tacos more flavorful and enjoyable to eat.
Keywords: delicious, homemade, chicken, tacos,
Read it online: https://themoderncookbook.com/recipe/chicken-tacos/