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The Best Chicken Tinga Tacos

The Best Chicken Tinga Tacos
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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of The Best Chicken Tinga Tacos, a delightful dish that brings a touch of Mexican cuisine to your table. With tender shredded chicken enveloped in a smoky chipotle sauce, these tacos are an explosion of taste and texture in every bite. Perfect for taco night, game day gatherings, or weeknight dinners, this recipe is both quick and easy, allowing you to whip up a delicious meal in just 20 minutes. Customize your tacos with fresh toppings like creamy avocado, zesty cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese for added flair.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup roughly chopped sweet onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 cup canned crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works!)
  • 10 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 ripe avocados, sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for about 4 minutes until tender.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in chipotle peppers, oregano, and cumin; toast spices for 1 minute.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken stock; season with salt. Simmer for about 7 minutes.
  4. Transfer mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  5. Return sauce to the skillet over low heat; add shredded chicken and cook until heated through (about 5 minutes).
  6. Warm corn tortillas and assemble tacos with chicken filling and desired toppings.

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