SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN TINGA

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I first fell in love with this traditional Mexican dish at a taco stand inside a gas station. This is how I now make it at home. My version has a nice zing without being overly spicy.-Ramona Parris, Canton, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces fresh chorizo
1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 corn tortillas (6 inches)
Optional: Shredded lettuce and pico de gallo

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, fully cook chorizo over medium heat, breaking meat into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add next 9 ingredients; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours., Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred with 2 forks. Remove and discard onions; strain cooking juices and skim fat. Return cooking juices and chicken to slow cooker; heat through. Serve chicken in corn tortillas. If desired, top with shredded lettuce and pico de gallo., Freeze option: Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 800mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Laliga Khanyile
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This recipe is easy to make and always turns out great.


Tysheika Harper
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Aphin Oli
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I would recommend serving this recipe with rice and beans.


Raza Ahmad
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat chicken.


Dragnuv
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I would recommend experimenting with different ingredients to find the perfect combination for your taste.


Likenson Exavier
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This recipe is a good starting point for making chicken tinga.


Aliyah Olayemi
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I would make this recipe again.


L I O N E K I N G
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This recipe is a great value for the price.


Naimal Sheikh
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I would recommend this recipe to others.


PUBG bhai 27
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Overall, I thought this recipe was okay.


Chiedozie Ogbodo
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I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients.


athoy ahmed
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I thought the chicken was a little dry.


Oluwasegun Bamidele
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This recipe is a little spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Mason Cline
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Samra Ayaz
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The sauce is so flavorful and tangy.


Young Madiy
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Ayan Ge
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make tacos, burritos, and even enchiladas.


Patricia Jackson
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This is my new go-to recipe for chicken tinga! It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Tihan Majumdar
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce.


Siraj Lehri
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This slow cooker chicken tinga recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.