SHREDDED SPICY CHICKEN TOSTADAS (TINGA)

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Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas (Tinga) image

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon whole peppercorns
1 tablespoon salt
2 cloves garlic
1/4 medium white onion
1 bay leaf
4 ounces raw pork chorizo
1/2 large white onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tomatoes (about 1 pound), boiled 30 seconds, peeled and seeded
1 cup chopped tomatillos (husked and rinsed first)
2 tablespoons pureed chipotle
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crumbled dried Mexican oregano
1 sprig fresh marjoram
1 sprig fresh thyme
10 store-bought tostadas

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Place the chicken, peppercorns, salt, garlic, bay leaf and onion in a large heavy saucepan with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, and then reduce to a simmer over medium-low heat for 20 minutes. Turn the heat off and remove the chicken from the liquid. Reserve the broth for later use. Using 2 forks or clean hands, shred the chicken into a bowl and set aside.
  • For the tinga: In a large heavy saute pan, cook the chorizo over medium heat until fully cooked, about 6 minutes. Add the onions and saute until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomatillos and cook for 1 minute. Add the chipotle, salt, pepper, Mexican oregano and the sprigs of marjoram and thyme. Add the shredded chicken. Continue cooking for another 3 minutes. Add between 1/2 cup and 1 cup of the chicken cooking liquid, depending on the thickness of the sauce. Cook for 5 more minutes. Remove the marjoram and thyme sprigs.
  • To assemble: Place 2 tablespoons of tinga on each tostada. Serve immediately.

Jason Rieser
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I'm excited to try this recipe! It looks like it will be a hit with my family.


stardust
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This recipe looks delicious, but I'm not a fan of spicy food. Can I reduce the amount of chili pepper?


Gianni Donovan
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I'm new to cooking. Is this recipe easy to follow?


Desiree Mayes
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove toppings to suit my own taste.


Malik Faisal Khokhar
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This recipe is perfect for a party! I'm going to make it for my next get-together.


Xtylish __ZOYA
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Can I use a different type of chili pepper?


Erin Monahan
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How long will these tostadas keep in the refrigerator?


Jenn Moersen
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I'm allergic to tomatoes. Can I substitute another ingredient?


Maya devi Kandel
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I'm not a fan of chicken, but I think I might like this recipe. The sauce sounds delicious.


Izhar Elahi
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too spicy for me.


Mdhossain Hridoy
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try. This one looks like it will be a winner!


Osakwe Michael
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Mirek Dzurman
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are all easy to find.


Janiwazir boy
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These tostadas were easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the toppings were all fresh and delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Shaban Chaudhary
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but these tostadas were just the right amount of heat. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the toppings were all fresh and delicious.


Mouna Chiger
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These tostadas are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Alan Kiajay
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so flavorful and juicy. I also like that I can make it ahead of time and then just assemble the tostadas when I'm ready to eat.


Elyse Bonaka
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I made these tostadas for dinner last night and they were amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect.


Efat Afridi
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These tostadas were a hit at my party! The chicken was so flavorful and the toppings were fresh and delicious. I will definitely be making these again.