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Chicken Tinga Tacos

Poached chicken simmered in a smoky chipotle-tomato sauce, piled onto tortillas with crema.

Total time45 min
Servings4
Rating4.6 *
LevelEasy
Chicken Tinga Tacos
In the kitchen

Method

1

Poach and shred the chicken, saving a cup of the broth.

2

Blend tomatoes, chipotles, and garlic, then fry the sauce with sliced onion.

3

Add the chicken and a splash of broth and simmer until thick and glazy.

4

Serve in tortillas with crema, avocado, and a pinch of salt.

Cook's note: taste as you go and adjust salt and acid at the end. Times are a guide; trust your senses.
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