- Preparation Time : 15 mins | Cooking Time : 30 mins | Makes 4 Servings
Ingredients List
- 2 skinless boneless chicken breasts
- 1 pack of Knorr Arroz Blanco
- 2 tbsps of vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 3 tomatoes diced
- 2 to 3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp of dried oregano
- 1 tsp of ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 8 tostadas (crispy corn tortillas)
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce (optional)
- 1 avocado sliced (optional)
- 1/2 cup of crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese (optional)
- 1/2 cup of Mexican crema or sour cream (optional)
- limes wedges for serving
DIRECTIONS
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In a large pot, add the chicken breasts and enough water to cover them. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks.
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Cook a pouch of Knorr Arroz Blanco as per package instructions.
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In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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Add the chopped chipotle peppers, oregano, cumin, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
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Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Add the shredded chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Stir well to coat the chicken with the sauce.
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Let the mixture simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is heated through. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
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To serve, spoon the tinga de pollo onto the tostadas. Top with shredded lettuce, avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, and a drizzle of Mexican crema, if desired.
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Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.