Mary Guerrero
@crunchymaryg
Mexican Chicken Tinga Tostadas
A delicious and spicy Mexican dish featuring shredded chicken cooked in a smoky chipotle sauce, served on crispy tostada shells and topped with creamy sour cream. Perfect for a quick dinner or a festive gathering!
Details
- Cuisine:mexican
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons
- 1
- 1
- 1 (7 oz can), or to taste
- 2 pounds
- 16
- 1/2 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mexican Chicken Tinga Tostadas.
Step 1
Start by warming a splash of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in your diced onion and sauté it until it turns soft and translucent, which should take about five minutes.
Step 3
While the onions are cooking, grab your blender and combine the stewed tomatoes with the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
Step 4
Blend them together until you achieve a smooth, vibrant mixture that will add a delightful kick to your dish.
Step 5
When the onions are perfectly sautéed, pour the blended tomato and chipotle concoction into the saucepan.
Step 6
Gently fold in the shredded chicken, ensuring everything is well mixed.
Step 7
Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
Step 8
This is the magic moment when all those wonderful flavors come together, creating a deliciously rich filling.
Step 9
When you’re ready to serve, take a tostada shell and generously spoon the chicken mixture onto it.
Step 10
Finish it off with a dollop of sour cream for that creamy touch.
Step 11
Enjoy your tasty creation, and savor the delightful blend of flavors in every bite!.