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**Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas (Tinga)**

Tostadas are a versatile Mexican dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are made with a crispy tortilla topped with a variety of ingredients, including beans, cheese, meat, and vegetables. This recipe for Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas (Tinga) features tender chicken that is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and spices. The chicken is then shredded and served on top of crispy tortillas, along with your favorite toppings. This recipe also includes instructions for making a simple guacamole and a creamy chipotle sauce. These tostadas can be paired with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete meal.

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SPICY SHREDDED CHICKEN TINGA



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This spicy and sweet shredded chicken can be used in many different Mexican dishes. I love it on crunchy tostadas. This is a great recipe to make ahead and freeze for a quick dinner option during the week. Level of spiciness will depend on the salsa brand you use. You can use straight chipotle peppers from the can, but be prepared for blazing hotness! If you can't blend the mixture, that's OK; just chop everything up very small, it will break down a little more once you cook it. Serve on tortillas or chips. Garnish with lettuce, tomato, onion, sour cream, or guacamole.

Provided by Twin6878

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ (15 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
¾ cup chipotle salsa
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 small white onion, sliced thinly
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a saucepan of lightly-salted water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook chicken in simmering water until until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a cutting board and tear into shreds using 2 forks.
  • Blend stewed tomatoes, chipotle salsa, and apple cider vinegar in a blender until smooth.
  • Combine shredded chicken, blended sauce, and onion in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook at a simmer until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 29.3 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 432.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SHREDDED CHICKEN FOR TOSTADAS (TINGA)



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Make and share this Shredded Chicken for Tostadas (Tinga) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mariposa13

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 -4 chicken breasts
3 -4 medium tomatoes, sliced in halves
1 (8 ounce) can chipotle chiles
3 -4 onions, sliced
salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup water
tostadas

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in large pot and add water to cover. Add salt.
  • Turn water up to boiling and let simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  • Once chicken is cooked, remove from pan and shred. Set aside.
  • Heat med-large skillet with oil. Add halved tomatoes and cook about 5-10 minutes.
  • Remove tomatoes from skillet and place in blender. Add chipotles to blender with tomatoes (for mild taste only use 1-2 chipotles, add more for more heat).
  • Add 1 cup water to blender and about 1 tsp salt. Blend and set aside.
  • Place sliced onion in skillet. Cook about 5 minutes. Add salsa to skillet; mix well.
  • Mix chicken and salsa together and serve warm on tostadas.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of dried ancho, guajillo, and chipotle peppers for a complex flavor profile.
  • Toast the peppers before simmering to enhance their flavor.
  • Use a blender to purée the peppers and tomatoes until smooth.
  • Shred the chicken breasts before simmering them in the sauce.
  • Use a combination of shredded lettuce, cabbage, and radishes for a crunchy and refreshing topping.
  • Serve the tostadas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cotija cheese.

Conclusion:

Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas Tingas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the sauce is spicy and tangy, and the toppings are fresh and crunchy. These tostadas are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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