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Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga served in a bowl with shredded chicken in smoky chipotle tomato sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Recipe


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  • Author: Chef Elise
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 min
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Recipe features tender shredded chicken simmered in a smoky blend of fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, garlic, onions, and warm spices, creating a rich, flavorful dish perfect for tacos, bowls, or tostadas.


Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes

2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

1 small onion, sliced

3 cloves garlic

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 cup chicken broth


Instructions

Place the chicken in the slow cooker.

In a blender, combine fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, pepper, olive oil, and chicken broth. Blend until smooth.

Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.

Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shreds.

Shred the chicken using two forks and stir it back into the sauce.

Serve hot in tacos, over rice, or on tostadas with your favorite toppings.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican