Tinga de Pollo
Tinga de pollo is a vibrant Mexican dish that features tender chicken simmered in a smoky, flavorful sauce made with tomatoes and chipotle peppers. Perfect for tacos or served over rice, this dish tantalizes your taste buds and fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Easy to prepare, it’s a delightful meal for family gatherings and weeknight dinners alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp oregano (dried)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by resting it at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil until translucent (4-5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the chicken breasts, cumin, and oregano; brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Cover the skillet and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the skillet along with lime juice; stir to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 92mg