Name: Mexican Tinga Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tomatoes, diced; 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves

How To Make Mexican Tinga Recipe

For lazy dinners or family get-togethers, a serving of baked casserole can make your table spread even better. And who could say no to a dish that consists of layers of riced or shredded spuds, meat, and gooey cheese? Certainly not us—especially if it’s warm and fresh from the oven! So if you’re up to it, learn how to make this dish with the potato casserole recipes below. There are plenty of choices, from more classic cheese and potato combos to heartier meat dishes. You can even use sweet potatoes, too!

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 45 minutes

Total: 60 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1 onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, diced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves

Instructions

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and chipotle peppers. Cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are soft.
Add tomatoes, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Add shredded chicken and chicken broth to the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in cilantro leaves.
Serve the Tinga on tortillas or rice. Garnish with additional cilantro, if desired.