Spicy shredded chicken tinga –Hey y’all, gather ’round because we’re about to whip up some delicious Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas, also known as Tinga! These tasty bites are perfect for any get-together or a cozy night in. Trust me, once you take a bite, you’ll be hooked. Let’s dive into this flavor-packed recipe!
Feast Your Eyes on This!
Check out this mouthwatering image of our gorgeous tostadas!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For this recipe, you’ll need to grab the following ingredients:
- 1 lb shredded chicken (cooked)
- 1 can (14 oz) of fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
- Sour cream, for topping
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Let’s Get Cooking!
Now that we have our ingredients ready, let’s jump into the cooking process:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the sliced onion until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. You know it’s ready when your kitchen starts smelling divine!
- Add the fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir it all together and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing those flavors to meld.
- Finally, add the shredded chicken to the skillet, mixing it thoroughly with the sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
- Now it’s time to assemble! Lay out your tostada shells on a serving platter.
- Top each tostada with a generous scoop of the spicy chicken mixture.
- Finish it off with some shredded lettuce, crumbled queso fresco, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
And there you have it! A scrumptious plate of Shredded Spicy Chicken Tostadas ready to be devoured. These are sure to be a hit at any gathering. So dig in and enjoy every single bite!