Let the crockpot do most of the work for you when you make this delicious, savory slow-cooker chicken tinga. It can be enjoyed as is, or adapted with your favorite Mexican-inspired toppings.
Ingredients
8 ounces fresh chorizo
1-1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large onion, cut into wedges
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1/2 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
16 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed
optional: shredded lettuce and pico de gallo
Directions
In a small skillet, fully cook chorizo over medium heat, breaking meat into crumbles, 6-8 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add next 9 ingredients; stir to combine. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred with 2 forks. Remove and discard onions; strain cooking juices and skim off fat. Return cooking juices and chicken to slow cooker; heat through. Serve chicken in corn tortillas. If desired, top with shredded lettuce and pico de gallo.