Instant Pot® Chicken Tinga

Instant Pot® Chicken Tinga

Heat is something you cannot take shortcuts with when it comes to tinga. Classic tinga is spicy and that is a fact. Where you can take shortcuts is in the cooking of the chicken. Let your multi-functional pressure cooker take the fuss out of things for you while you kick back and enjoy this classic! Garnish with sliced avocado, cilantro, and cotija cheese if desired.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
27 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced into petals
  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 6 canned chipotle chile peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tostada shells

Directions

Step 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and onions. Cook until onions have softened, about 2 minutes. Turn off Saute function. Add chicken, oregano, chipotle peppers, tomatoes and salt.

Step 2
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions and set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 3
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 4
Transfer chicken to a cutting board to cool for 10 minutes. Shred chicken and return to the pot. Stir to combine. Spoon chicken tinga on tostadas using a slotted spoon and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

380
Calories
11g
Fat
20g
Carbs
50g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 380
% Daily Value *
Total Fat11g 14%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol129mg 43%
Sodium782mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate20g 7%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars1g
Protein50g
Vitamin C14mg 70%
Calcium83mg 6%
Iron3mg 19%
Potassium809mg 17%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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