Explore the authentic Tinga di Pollo recipe, a delightful Italian dish.

Tinga di Pollo

Tinga di Pollo is a traditional dish from Mexican cuisine, specifically from the Puebla region. This beloved meat stew is popular for its simplicity and is enjoyed both as a homemade meal and street food.

The ingredients are simple: chicken, flavored with spices and chili (the original recipe uses chipotle, a type of smoked chili), is cooked slowly with onions and tomato sauce until the meat is tender and shredded, offering a bold taste and intense aroma.

Perfect to savor on its own with the classic side of rice and beans, Tinga di Pollo is also ideal for filling tacos, tortillas, and tostadas, perhaps in a Tex-Mex version with added avocado, cheese, or sour cream! A convivial idea to propose for an ethnic dinner dedicated to Mexican flavors, ideal for those who love to experiment without giving up authentic and genuine dishes.

Discover More Mexican Recipes:

• Chili con Carne
• Burrito
• Fajitas with Meat and Chicken

Ingredients

• 500g Chicken breast
• 2 Onions
• 2 Cans of tomato sauce
• 1 Chipotle chili
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on all sides.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce and chipotle chili.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 45 minutes until chicken is tender.
6. Shred the chicken using two forks and mix well with the sauce.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve hot with rice, beans, or in tacos and tortillas.

Total Time: 60 min

Cuisine: Italian