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Verde Chicken Tinga

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A flavorful slow-cooked chicken dish infused with salsa verde, green chiles, and spices, perfect for serving over rice or in tortillas with various toppings.

Ingredients for Verde Chicken Tinga

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serves
4 peoplechevron

Salsa Verde

cups

Chopped Mild Green Chiles

0 oz

Garlic Clove, finely chopped

each

Jalapeño, stemmed, seeded, and diced

each

Garlic Powder

teaspoons

Onion Powder

teaspoons

Ground Cumin

teaspoons

Scallions, thinly sliced

each

Cilantro, leaves and tender stems finely chopped

cups

Kosher Salt

to taste

Rice

to serve

Tortillas

to serve

Pepitas

to serve

Queso Fresco

to serve

Diced Avocado

to serve

Crushed Tortilla Chips

to serve

How to Make Verde Chicken Tinga

1. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker

Start by placing the chicken thighs, salsa verde, chopped green chiles, finely chopped garlic, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin into a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Mix everything together to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the salsa and spices.

2. Cook Chicken

Set your slow cooker to the low setting and let the chicken cook for 5 to 6 hours. If you plan to be away for an extended period, set the cooker for 4 hours on low, and then it will automatically switch to the warm setting.

3. Shred Chicken

Once the chicken is tender and cooked through, use two forks to coarsely shred the chicken right in the slow cooker.

4. Add Scallions and Cilantro

Add the thinly sliced scallions and finely chopped cilantro to the shredded chicken mixture, stirring well to combine.

5. Season and Serve

Season the mixture with kosher salt and fresh lime juice to taste. Serve the Verde Chicken Tinga over rice or warm tortillas, and garnish with pepitas, queso fresco, diced avocado, or crushed tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.

Variations

Tinga Tacos

Use the Tinga as a filling for tacos, topped with fresh onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Tinga Enchiladas

Roll the Tinga in corn tortillas, smother with green sauce, and bake with a sprinkle of cheese.

Tinga Tostadas

Spread the Tinga over a crispy tostada and garnish with avocado, crema, and cheese.

Pork Tinga Verde

Use slow-cooked and shredded pork shoulder for a richer, more succulent version.

Smoke and Spice

Incorporate a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce or a touch of smoked paprika to your sauce for a deeper, smokier flavor profile.

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