Instant Pot® Chicken Tinga

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When it comes to tinga, don't hold back the heat—it’s meant to be spicy, no exceptions! However, you can save time cooking the chicken using a multi-functional pressure cooker to simplify the process. Garnish with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese, if desired.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on December 16, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
27 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 large onion, quartered

  • 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

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

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

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

  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 Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 129mg 43%
Sodium 782mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 50g 101%
Vitamin C 14mg 15%
Calcium 83mg 6%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 809mg 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.